Bouteloua gracilis (Blue Grama) is a versatile, drought-tolerant grass that thrives in dry, well-drained soils with low organic content. Adaptable to gravelly, sandy loams, and clays, it prefers full sun and is highly tolerant of both heat and cold. Blue Grama is one of the most important forage grasses in the Great Plains, forming clumps in the south and sod in the north. It produces unique, horizontally hanging seedheads, providing habitat for birds and butterflies. Perfect for wildflower meadows, turf mixes, or as an accent in perennial gardens.
Scientific Name: Bouteloua gracilis
Origin: Western North America (from Canada to Mexico)
Height: 10-20"
Spread: 18-24"
Light: Full sun
Water: Low to medium
USDA Zones: 3-10
Bloom Dates: July-October
