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Blonde Ambition Blue Grama Grass — Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'
Blonde Ambition Blue Grama Grass — Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'
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Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'
Horizontal seed heads turn from chartreuse to blonde above fine blue-green foliage, giving sunny borders and meadow plantings texture into winter.
Growing conditions
Full sun is best. Give regular water during establishment, then water sparingly once rooted. In hot inland gardens, occasional deep summer watering helps maintain color.
A moderate-growing, warm-season clump reaches 30–36 inches tall in flower and about 30–36 inches wide. It grows in sandy, loamy, or clay soil that drains and tolerates drought once established.
Landscape uses and care
Use in dry borders, gravel gardens, and meadow drifts. The wind-pollinated seed heads can provide food for seed-eating birds. Leave the stems standing for winter interest and cut them back in early spring before new growth.
Photo shows the species for reference. Cultivar appearance may vary. Photo by Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz · CC BY-SA 4.0.
Plant ordering & availability
All plant orders are subject to availability and quality verification. We confirm your plants before collecting payment.
Select your preferred plant and container size when requesting an order. Container sizes describe growing containers, not guaranteed plant height or age. Current availability and plant condition are confirmed individually. Delivery and professional planting are quoted separately unless expressly included.
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