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| Family | Gramineae | | Plant Type | ornamental grass | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 20 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Bouteloua gracilis (blue grama) bears showy and bright yellow blooms during early summer to early fall. This ornamental grass has dark lime foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, edging, mass planting, naturalization, wild flower and xeriscaping. | | Special Characteristics | Birds are attracted to Bouteloua gracilis . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought. | | |
