Blonde Ambition Blue Grama Grass

Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition' PP #22,048

Pronunciation: boo-teh-LOO-uh GRASS-ih-liss
SKU #06779
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This rugged, cold hardy grass features blue-green foliage and striking, flag-like, golden 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. A selection of a North American native species. Semi-evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 3 ft. tall and wide.

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Bloom TimeMidsummer
Deciduous/EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsErosion Control, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorGreen
Foliage ColorBlue-green
Companion PlantsBarberry (Berberis); Aster (Aster); Sedum (Sedum); Yucca (Yucca); Lavender (Lavandula)
Care InstructionsAdaptable to a wide variety of soils, provided it is well-drained; prefers a near neutral pH level between 6.6 and 7.8. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Cut old foliage back just before new shoots appear in early spring.
Details
Bloom TimeMidsummer
Deciduous/EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsErosion Control, Drought Tolerant
Growth RateModerate
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorGreen
Foliage ColorBlue-green
Companion PlantsBarberry (Berberis); Aster (Aster); Sedum (Sedum); Yucca (Yucca); Lavender (Lavandula)
Care
Care InstructionsAdaptable to a wide variety of soils, provided it is well-drained; prefers a near neutral pH level between 6.6 and 7.8. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. Cut old foliage back just before new shoots appear in early spring.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.