Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Native Garden

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Lawn, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Lawn Alternative, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

This buffalograss selection was chosen for its lush green look and lower habit. Has a look similar to bluegrass, but still retains its outstanding hardiness and xeric nature. Virtually pollen free. Quicken growing than the species, it forms a dense lawn that can withstand heavy foot traffic, pests, and diseases. Grows 4 to 6 inches tall, unmowed. Also greens up earlier in the spring and holds its color later in the fall than does the species.

Buffalograss needs full sun and well-draining soil. It requires only 2 inches of water per month to stay green. It is a warm-season grass, which means it will be dormant (and tawny colored) from mid fall until the warmer part of spring. Plant seed, plugs, or sod (see Guides). Requires only 3 to 4 mowings all season, or don't mow at all and have a billowy, prairie-like lawn.