Fringed Bromegrass is a native perennial bunchgrass that thrives in a variety of cool-season environments, including meadows, forests, and along stream banks. It provides moderate forage value for livestock, especially when grazed or hayed early in the season. Fringed Bromegrass is well-adapted to a range of soil conditions, including those with low fertility. It plays a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity in grassland ecosystems, providing valuable cover and food for a range of wildlife species, including birds that use its seed heads for nesting material.