Seed heads hang like tiny flags along one side of the stem on this graceful, drought-tolerant prairie native.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 4-9
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 18-30"
- Bloom Colors
- Green
♣ Native Species✦ Low Maintenance〰 Ground Cover△ Deer Resistant
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About This Name
Bouteloua curtipendula is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Sideoats Grama unambiguously. The genus Bouteloua places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Sideoats Grama, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Bouteloua curtipendula will give you the most precise results.