Bouteloua gracilis
Mosquito Grass, Blue Grama Grass
Description
This warm season native grass is extremely versatile and tolerant of a variety of conditions. Requires virtually no maintenance. Can be used as mounding lawn substitute. Dormant in the winter. Very ornamental bloom through summer. 6-12" H x 6-12"W. Flower stalks can reach 4' in height. Attractive "eyelash" bloom.
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Yellow Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
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.