Bouteloua gracilis |
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Mosquito Grass, Blue Grama Grass |
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
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Fruit Color
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Fruit Season
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Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.