A rather bright green.
Seeds are conspicuously black or red.
Occurrence Throughout the state below 5,000 feet where moisture is adequate for its growth. This grass is particularly abundant along irrigation canals and along the edges of fields and roadsides. It often becomes an undesirable weed in cultivated fields. Forage Value Johnson grass makes good forage for grazing animals but is particularly valuable for cattle and horses. It is a productive hay plant.