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Buchloe dactyloides

Buffalo Grass

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Native American grass, can make a low water lawn, little maintenance needed. Slow to establish, a little summer water can look quite nice. Winter brown. Full Sun. Only grows 4-8". Early green up in spring. Soft textured. This perennial shortgrass grows 2-5" high and 6-12' wide. The rouded, hollow stems have gray/green curly leaves that are 1/10" wide and 2" long. This grass is very drought-resistant and turns tan in winter and lavender in autumn.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Bulb

Height Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Ranch, Water Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Lawn, Swimming Pool

Special Uses

Lawn Substitute

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.