Buchloe dactyloides
( BOO - ta - lew - ah DAK - tah - loy - dees )
At-A-Glance Information
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Native to central Montana through to Arizona, this perennial species of grass commonly called Buffalo Grass needs full sun and little water. This grass spreads rapidly by surface runners once it has established itself (which happens slowly). It creates a matted, dense turf that can take a lot of traffic and needs little summer water or fertilizer. Foliage color is grey-green from late spring to the first hard frost, and is straw-colored in fall and wintertime. Male and female flowers are on separate plants; seed mixes always include both. Varieties 'Verde' and 'Prestige' are fully female, and have a more even look to them (male flowers are upright and can make the grass look a bit ragged). This species is best in zones 1-3, 7-12, 15, 16, and 18-21. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
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Caring for Buchloe dactyloides
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A field of thea sinensis
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Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'
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Videos
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A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 206, Buchloe dactyloides (Buffalo Grass)
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