Rough Bentgrass
Agrostis scabra
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Grass |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
1.5-3' × 1.5-3' |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | April-October |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -40 °F |
| Leaf Description | Wide, about half as tall as inflorescences |
| Fruit | Rough |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 5000-9500 ft. |
| Description | A widespread temperate grass found in most of the U.S. and Canada. In Arizona this species may be seen in the northern and eastern portions of the state, especially by streams at higher elevations. This lovely perennial grass with its pink seedheads would look particularly attractive as a mass planting, or planted with other riparian species such as monkeyflower (Erythranthe guttata), cardinal flower (Lobelia cardinalis), and golden columbine (Aquelegia chrysantha). |
