{"product_id":"hordeum-barley-grass-dried","title":"Hordeum (Barley) Grass Dried","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDried Barley Grass Bunch (Hordeum)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing that says \"home\" quite like a bunch of golden grain. Our Dried Barley (\u003cem\u003eHordeum\u003c\/em\u003e) captures the essence of late summer fields, preserving that magical golden-hour glow forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike dried wheat, which has a solid, structural shape, Barley is famous for its incredibly long, silky \"whiskers\" (awns) that extend from the seed head. These fine bristles catch the light beautifully, creating a soft, hazy halo around the bunch. Whether displayed in a vintage enamel pitcher or woven into a harvest wreath, it brings an instant touch of rustic, farmhouse charm to your interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRead More\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🌾 About these Stems\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are stems of agricultural Barley (\u003cem\u003eHordeum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e). We harvest them just as they turn from green to gold, ensuring the heads are full and the \"whiskers\" are intact. They are air-dried naturally to preserve their warm, straw-yellow colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e🎨 Styling Ideas\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarley is a versatile staple for rustic styling:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Farmhouse Jug:\u003c\/strong\u003e It looks best in simple vessels. A white ceramic jug, a galvanised bucket, or a mason jar suits its humble beauty perfectly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn Wreaths:\u003c\/strong\u003e The long whiskers add amazing movement to wreaths. Tuck small bunches into a twig base for a wild, harvested look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable Settings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie a single stem to a napkin with jute string for a beautiful, eco-friendly wedding or dinner party place setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 0; border-top: 1px solid #eee; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"color: #005bd3; cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.1em; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e📋 Product Specifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 10px 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDried Barley (Hordeum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNatural Golden \/ Straw Yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStem Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 50cm - 60cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBunch Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eApprox. 20 Stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYears (if kept dry)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd; background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e🌾 Harvest Festivals\u003cbr\u003e🏡 Country Kitchens\u003cbr\u003e👰 Rustic Weddings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Dried Companions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarley is a \"neutral,\" so it pairs well with almost anything:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e🌾\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dried-wheat-stems\" title=\"Dried Wheat Stems\" style=\"color: #005bd3;\"\u003eDried Wheat:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Harvest Mix. Combining Barley and Wheat creates the ultimate texture contrast—the blocky, architectural wheat heads vs. the soft, silky barley whiskers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.3em;\"\u003e💜\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/lavender-dried-small\" title=\"Dried Lavender\" style=\"color: #005bd3;\"\u003eDried Lavender:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Provencal Look. The purple of Lavender and the gold of Barley is a classic combination. It evokes late summer evenings and looks stunning in a simple vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff3cd; border: 1px solid #ffeeba; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Care Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \"whiskers\" (awns) on barley are beautiful but can be brittle. Handle the bunch gently to avoid snapping them off. Keep dry and away from direct heat sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; text-align: center; padding: 20px; background-color: #f4f9f4; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #dce7dc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🏆 Grown in Norfolk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur dried grains are grown, harvested, and air-dried right here on our Norfolk flower farm, ensuring zero air miles and 100% natural beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bishy Barnabees Cottage Garden Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56866515911033,"sku":"DRD-BAR","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/3307\/3827\/files\/hordeum-barley-grass-dried-3105422.jpg?v=1773748460","url":"https:\/\/woodmeadowgc.co.uk\/products\/hordeum-barley-grass-dried","provider":"Woodmeadow Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}