Erioneuron pulchellum
Fluffgrass
Description
This small perennial grass reaches .5' tall and wide. This short grass looks great tucked between rocks. Leaves are narrow, green and sharp pointed. Irrigate every 3-4 weeks after the grass is established, especially during the summer. White flowers appear during the summer and fall. This grass is highly allergenic for some people.
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Entry, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.