USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
Height
8 - 15 cm (3 - 6 in)
Spread
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
low, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
The ornamental grass Stenotaphrum secundatum 'Seville' (softleaf buffalo grass) is repeat-blooming and bears medium green blooms. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses
Lawn.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Stenotaphrum secundatum 'Seville' tolerates compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Stenotaphrum secundatum 'Seville' (softleaf buffalo grass) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Stenotaphrum secundatum 'Seville' (softleaf buffalo grass) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.
