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Blue Grama Grass Bouteloua Blonde Ambition- Drought-Tolerant, Pollinator-Friendly Landscaping Plant 2 Gallon
Blue Grama Grass Bouteloua Blonde Ambition- Drought-Tolerant, Pollinator-Friendly Landscaping Plant 2 Gallon
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Blue Grama Grass, Bouteloua 'Blonde Ambition'
Description
A native warm-season grass characterized by distinctive eye-catching, blonde seed heads that resemble eyebrow-like clusters on slender, bluish-green stems. It forms clumps that add texture and movement to gardens and landscapes.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for xeriscaping, meadow gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Suitable for border fronts, mass plantings, and erosion control on slopes.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Blue Grama Grass, Bouteloua 'Blonde Ambition' -
Common Name: Blue Grama -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 12-24 inches in height with a spread of 12-18 inches, forming dense clumps. -
Hardiness Zones: 4-9 -
Foliage Type: Grass -
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, in well-drained soil -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: Yes -
Grows Well With: Native grasses, wildflowers, and drought-tolerant plants
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Sow seeds in the spring or fall in full sun, in well-drained soil. Lightly press seeds into the soil surface. -
Soil Moisture: Drought-tolerant once established; moderate watering during initial growth. -
Soil Type: Prefers sandy or loamy, well-drained soils -
Humidity: Tolerates dry conditions -
Pruning Instructions: Cut back in late winter to promote fresh growth -
Winter Care: Generally winter-hardy; mulching can protect roots in colder zones -
Planting Depth: Sow seed on soil surface; shallow planting -
Fertilization: Minimal; apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring if desired -
Special Care: Minimal maintenance; tolerant of drought and poor soils
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