Bouteloua hirsuta
Hairy Grama
Description
This grass can reach .5'-3' tall and less than 1' wide. Its growing period is during the summer. Flowers are insignificant. It self-sows freely. Foliage is green and hairy. Hairy Grama can make a great lawn substitute
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Meadow, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Parking Strip, Parking Lot
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
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.