Bouteloua erectum
Grama
Description
This perennial grass has green thin foliage that reaches 1.5' quickly. Pinkish flowers appear in summer. This grass needs full sun and little irrigation. Water every 2-3 weeks, after the grass is established, especially during the summer. This grass creates a wonderful meadow effect. The pollen may cause allergic reactions for some people.
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Meadow
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Roadside, With Rocks
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.