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Sideoats Grama

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Information by: Kathleen Moore Photographer: 1. MSWN 2. Cado Daily

Description

Sideoats Grama grows quickly to1.5'-2' tall and 2' wide. It is very cold hardy and prefers full sun.Tall flower spikes are outstanding because of their purplish green color from summer through fall. Green narrow leaves turn tan colored in fall, then white in winter. Prune or cut down in early spring for clean regrowth. Irrigate every 2-3 weeks after established. Some folks have a strong allergic reaction to the pollen or plant. This grass makes a nice meadow.

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Green, Purple

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:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.