Buchloe dactyloides |
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Buffalo Grass |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
Description
This perennial shortgrass grows 2"-5" high and 6'-12' wide. The rounded, 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. It is slow toestablish, but extra summer water helps. This grass is low maintenance and needs full sun.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Meadow, Ranch, Watergarden
Accenting Features
Unusualfoliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Bank, Lawn, Swimmingpool
Special Uses
Lawnsubstitute
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.
