Creeping Bentgrass (Agrostis Stolonifera) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires medium to high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Agrostis stolonifera is a perennial, stoloniferous grass commonly used for turf, especially on golf courses, known for its fine texture and creeping growth habit.

Creeping Bentgrass

Creeping Bentgrass

Agrostis Stolonifera

Agrostis stolonifera is a perennial, stoloniferous grass commonly used for turf, especially on golf courses, known for its fine texture and creeping growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
medium to high
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, turfgrass

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Bentgrass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Agrostis