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California Native Plant

Bouteloua gracilis

Mosquito Grass, Blue Grama Grass

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

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

Perennial, 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

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Roadside, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.