Mosquito Grass
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Bouteloua gracilis

  • Clumps of blue-green foliage.
  • Brownish flowers and seedheads appear in summer and resemble flying insects.
  • Native grass species.

Average, well-drained soil; drought-tolerant when established. Sun. Cut back to 2cm (1 in.) in early spring.

Height: 75-90cm (30-36 in.) Spread: 75-90cm (30-36 in.)

Zone 2
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