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Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'

Blonde Ambition Blue Grama

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Information by: PlantMaster        Photographer: PlantMaster, Roy Wiskar

 

Description

Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition' the common name being Blonde Ambition Blue Grama, is a warm season grass with gray-green leaves sideways flower spike that is reminiscent of a flag. It grows 1 -1.5' in height. The flower is white in appearance befitting the name. It is long lived. It has larger flower spikes than the regular Blue Grama Grass. It is best in full sun and will tolerate just about any soil. However, the soil needs to be well-drained. It is drought tolerant but will always look better with some irrigation. Plant in full sun.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers