Bouteloua curtipendula (Side-Oats Grama) Seed

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Origin: US Native

Other Common Names: Tall Grama Grass, Mesquite Grass

Duration: Perennial

Bloom Time: July-August

Height: 2' to 3'

Spacing: 15” to 18”

Light: Full Sun to Part Shade

Soil Moisture: Medium to Dry

USDA Zone: 3a-8a

Germination: Fall plant or cold stratify for 1 to 3 months for best results. Sow seeds just below the soil surface at 70F and water.

Seeds Per Oz: 6000


Purplish seed heads give way to ornamental spikes of seeds on this native grass. The distinctive seeds hang from only one side of the stem. It’s easily grown and will attract birds to your garden! Also wonderful used in fresh or dried arrangements.

Bouteloua curtipendula (Side-Oats Grama) Distribution Map
Bouteloua curtipendula (Side-Oats Grama) Seed

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