Plants in genus bouteloua
Bouteloua gracilis
Bouteloua gracilis, known as blue grama, is a heat- and drought-tolerant native grass of North America. It features feathery foliage and golden brown inflorescences, providing habitat for skipper butterflies. This perennial grass is valued for its adaptability and use in erosion control and native landscaping.
Bouteloua dactyloides 'Uc Verde'
Bouteloua dactyloides 'Uc Verde' is a highly drought-tolerant grass, ideal as a lawn substitute in low desert climates. It requires only 12 inches of water annually and can thrive in both alkaline and acidic soils. This grass is excellent for controlling soil erosion on slopes and naturally suppresses weeds. It produces very low pollen and can grow 4-8 inches tall, with the option to mow it as low as 1 inch.
Bouteloua curtipendula
Bouteloua curtipendula, commonly known as sideoats grama, is a warm-season perennial bunchgrass with bluish to gray-green foliage and vertical flowering stems. It features purplish seed heads and turns a golden color in fall. This low-maintenance grass is ideal for native plantings and prairie restoration, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9, it is a versatile choice for adding texture and color to landscapes.
Bouteloua dactyloides 'Prestige'
Bouteloua dactyloides 'Prestige' is a buffalo grass variety known for its exceptional disease and insect resistance. It features fine, soft blades with a stunning green color and grows to a height of 4 to 6 inches. This grass is native to the United States and reduces water consumption by 75%.
Bouteloua dactyloides 'Legacy'
Bouteloua dactyloides 'Legacy' is a variety of Buffalo grass that forms a dense canopy of fine, dark blue-green leaf blades. It grows 3 to 5 inches high and requires significantly less water than other turf grasses, making it an excellent choice for sustainable landscaping.
Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'
Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition' is a North American native grass, notable for its unique tan, eyelash-like seed heads that turn bronze. It forms clumps about 3 feet tall and wide, and is tolerant of drought, alkaline soils, and soil-borne salts. This grass is not suited for highly acidic or damp soils.