Blue Grama
Bouteloua gracilis
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Grass |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low-moderate |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
2 × 2 |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | July-October |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -40 °F |
| Leaf Description | Very long and narrow, forming a rosette at the base of the stem |
| Fruit | Inconspicuous. |
| Longevity In years |
8 |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 4000-8000 ft. |
| Description | Blue grama is recognizable because of its gracefully curved, eyelash-like flowering and fruiting stalk. This stout, full, clumping bunchgrass will perform well in full sun or light shade, and is tolerant of a variety of soil types, though it will want regular irrigation in lower elevation gardens. A great plant to mix with other grasses, wildflowers, and shrubs. This species has been investigated as a potential turf grass alternative. |
