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Bouteloua gracilis ‘Blonde Ambition’


Mosquito Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.050.030


Also called Blue Grama, this is an important native plant of the Great Plains shortgrass prairie, found in much of North America from Manitoba south and west across the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Midwest States to Mexico. It makes a low tuft of fine textured blue-green leaves, with unusual spikes of bristly chartreuse flowers, aging to blond, that rise above the foliage and are held at an angle, somewhat resembling a swarm of flying insects. Attractive in the sunny border, rock garden and excellent for winter interest. Flowers may be cut and used in arrangements. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Self-sown seedlings may also appear. Very drought and cold tolerant once established. Robust. 2011 Plant Select® winner. Discovered and introduced by David Salman of High Country Gardens. Sport of B. gracilis ‘Hatchite’. USPP#22048: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Bouteloua gracilis ‘Blonde Ambition’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Spread
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate
  
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Bouteloua gracilis ‘Blonde Ambition’


Mosquito Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.050.030


Also called Blue Grama, this is an important native plant of the Great Plains shortgrass prairie, found in much of North America from Manitoba south and west across the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and Midwest States to Mexico. It makes a low tuft of fine textured blue-green leaves, with unusual spikes of bristly chartreuse flowers, aging to blond, that rise above the foliage and are held at an angle, somewhat resembling a swarm of flying insects. Attractive in the sunny border, rock garden and excellent for winter interest. Flowers may be cut and used in arrangements. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Self-sown seedlings may also appear. Very drought and cold tolerant once established. Robust. 2011 Plant Select® winner. Discovered and introduced by David Salman of High Country Gardens. Sport of B. gracilis ‘Hatchite’. USPP#22048: unlicensed propagation prohibited.

Further details for
Bouteloua gracilis ‘Blonde Ambition’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Soil Type
Soil pH
Soil Moisture
Care Level
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Blooming Time
Foliage Color
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Flower Head Size
Height
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Spread
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Foot Traffic
  

Growth Rate
  
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.