Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)

Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)

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Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)
  • Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)
  • Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)
  • Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)
  • Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)
Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)

Blue Grama (Bouteloua gracilis)

About this plant

A drought-tolerant, warm-season native perennial grass recognized by its distinctive horizontal, eyelash-shaped, purplish seed heads. It forms dense mats or clumps, making it ideal for xeriscaping, erosion control, and, specifically, as a native lawn alternative.
Sun/Soil Needs

Sun: Requires full sun

Soil: Dry to very dry well-drained lean (no too rich) soil; highly drought-tolerant once established.
Growth & Sizing

Height: grows 0.75–2 ft tall
Garden Design Tips

Fine, grey-green foliage that turns tan in winter. Excellent for rock gardens, meadows, and mass plantings. 'Blonde Ambition' (known for taller, blonde-colored seed heads) and 'Angel Eyelash' are popular cultivars.

grows well with: