Nassella pulchra |
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Purple Needle Bunch Grass |
Information by: Jerry sortomme Photographer: Bert Wilson
Description
The Needle Grass is a cool season bunchgrass that grows 1'-3' tall with graceful, shiny silver tan flower stalks that reach 30" long in the spring. This grass is tolerates drought and is good in mass plantings and for restoration. Purple seed heads give this grass its common name. The Needle Grass is California's State Grass and is a beneficial insect plant.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
In general, lawns only need to be watered once every three days.
Check your irrigation controller and reduce watering times if necessary.