Blue Grama (Bouteloua Gracilis) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bouteloua gracilis, commonly known as blue grama, is a warm-season, perennial grass native to North America, noted for its fine leaves and distinctive eyelash-like seed heads.

Blue Grama

Blue Grama

Bouteloua Gracilis

Bouteloua gracilis, commonly known as blue grama, is a warm-season, perennial grass native to North America, noted for its fine leaves and distinctive eyelash-like seed heads.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Grama

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