Bouteloua gracilis |
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Mosquito Grass, Blue Grama Grass |
This warm season native grass is extremely versatile and tolerant of a variety of conditions. It requires virtually no maintenance. It can be used as a mounding lawn substitute. It is dormant in the winter but has a very ornamental bloom through summer. Flower stalks can reach 4' in height, in summer and fall. It has an attractive "eyelash" bloom. It is very drought tolerant.
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.