Side Oats Grama Grass - Bouteloua curtipendula

Common Name: Side Oats Grama Grass
Scientific Name: Bouteloua curtipendula
SunConditions: Full Sun
SoilConditions: Dry to Medium Moist
Cool or Warm Season: Warm / C4
Height Range: 2 - 3 ft
Width Range: 1 - 2 ft
Growth Habit: Upright
Growth Rate: Medium
Bloom Time: Su to Fall
Bloom Color: Purple
Seed/Fruit Production: Yes
Foliage Color: Green
Evergreen: No
Blade Width: Fine to Medium
Deer Resistant: Yes
Forage / Browse:
Poisonous: No
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9
Ecological/Landscape Use: Prairie restoration, xeriscaping, erosion control on slopes, rock gardens
Wildlife Value Highlights: Seeds and foliage eaten by birds and grazing wildlife; good nesting cover
Lepidoptera Supported by Species:
Lepidoptera Supported by Family/Genus: Genus Bouteloua generally supports larval host for skippers
For More Info: https://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/grasses/plants/side_oats.htm