Bouteloua eriopoda |
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Black Grama |
Description
Sideoats Grama grows quickly to 2' tall and 2' wide. It is very cold hardy and prefers full sun. Yellow flower spikes grow on on one side of branch from summer through fall. Foliage is green, narrow and pointed. Prune or cut down in early spring for clean regrowth. Irrigate every 2-3 weeks after established, especially during summer and fall. Some folks have a strong allergic reaction to the pollen or plant. This grass makes a nice meadow.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.