Blonde Ambition Blue Grama Grass
Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition' P.P. # 22,048
This rugged, cold hardy native grass features blue-green foliage and striking, flag-like summer flowers on stiff, weather resistant stems. Provides cool-season interest, as the long lasting blonde seed heads remain through winter. Tolerant of many soil types, this is a perfect choice for low maintenance landscapes.
| Key feature: | Year round interest |
| Plant type: | Ornamental Grass |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited. |
| Garden styles: | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Semi-evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | Reaches three feet tall and wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Round |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Landscape uses: | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden |
| Flower color: | Green |
| Blooms: | Mid-summer |
| Foliage color: | Blue-green |
| Item no.: | 6779 |
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Care Information
Adaptable to a wide variety of soils, provided it is well drained. Recommended pH 6.6 to 7.8. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Drought tolerant once established.
History
2011 Plant Select winner. Discovered by David Salman, Chief Horticulturist of of High Country Gardens. This is selection of the native North American prairie grass Bouteloua gracilis, commonly known as Blue Grama Grass, which is widely used as a drought-tolerant turf substitute in the Southwest and Prairie states.
This rugged, cold hardy native grass features blue-green foliage and striking, flag-like summer flowers on stiff, weather resistant stems. Provides cool-season interest, as the long lasting blonde seed heads remain through winter. Tolerant of many soil types, this is a perfect choice for low maintenance landscapes.
Care Information
Adaptable to a wide variety of soils, provided it is well drained. Recommended pH 6.6 to 7.8. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Drought tolerant once established.
History
2011 Plant Select winner. Discovered by David Salman, Chief Horticulturist of of High Country Gardens. This is selection of the native North American prairie grass Bouteloua gracilis, commonly known as Blue Grama Grass, which is widely used as a drought-tolerant turf substitute in the Southwest and Prairie states.
| Key feature: | Year round interest |
| Plant type: | Ornamental Grass |
| Patent Act: | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited. |
| Garden styles: | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Semi-evergreen |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 4 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Partial to full sun |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | Reaches three feet tall and wide. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Round |
| Flower attribute: | Showy Flowers |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Landscape uses: | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden |
| Flower color: | Green |
| Blooms: | Mid-summer |
| Foliage color: | Blue-green |
| Item no.: | 6779 |
