Buffalograss (Bouteloua Dactyloides) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bouteloua dactyloides, commonly known as Buffalograss, is a warm-season, perennial turf grass native to the central regions of North America. It is a stoloniferous grass that forms dense turf and is drought-tolerant.

Buffalograss

Buffalograss

Bouteloua Dactyloides

Bouteloua dactyloides, commonly known as Buffalograss, is a warm-season, perennial turf grass native to the central regions of North America. It is a stoloniferous grass that forms dense turf and is drought-tolerant.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, low maintenance turf

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Buffalograss

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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Bouteloua