Short clumping grass with distinctive eyebrow-shaped seed heads thrives in dry soils.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jul to Sep
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 8-18"
- Bloom Colors
- Green
♣ Native Species✦ Low Maintenance〰 Ground Cover
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About This Name
Bouteloua gracilis is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Blue Grama Grass 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 Blue Grama Grass, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Bouteloua gracilis will give you the most precise results.