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Blue Grama Seeds

Bouteloua gracilis

5.00 (6 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow blue grama seeds either in late fall or early spring. Plant the Bouteloua Gracilis seed just below the surface of the soil, compacting the soil very firmly. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination.

Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established. Because of their extensive root system, the plants grow rather slowly. This plant grows best in average, well drained soil, though it adapts to nearly any soil type including rocky, shallow soil and clay. It tolerates drought and cold temperatures extremely well. This plant may self-seed, and resists deer and attracts small birds. It makes an excellent choice for controlling erosion, as well as being ornamental throughout the autumn and winter.

Seed Saving: Collect the seed as soon as the seed heads begin to turn tan and dry; the seed should strip easily from the stem. Spread the seed out in a protected location until it has dried completely. Store blue grama seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Bouteloua gracilis

Species Origin: US Native Grass or Sedge

Type: Native Grasses, Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern

Seeds per Ounce: 40,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: Green, Brown

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Blue Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By SK

excellent germination

Germinated better than expected. A recommended seed supplier for native flowers

Blue Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By Blue Grama

Blue Gram seeds

This review regards EverWilde's service. I can't review the seed quality since they've yet to be sown. I wrote a previous review stating my disappointment that my seed order hadn't been received. When I brought this to the attention of EverWilde, the sales team immediately sent another packet which arrived very promptly. I'm delighted and grateful for their responsiveness. Now to plant those seeds!

Blue Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By Steve

Spring project

Received the seeds in great shape. Looking forward to planting them this spring.

Blue Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By BearMountainBooks

Pleased to find these seeds

Finding natural grass seeds can be difficult and expensive. I like the packaging because these seeds will keep well until spring. I planted some in the winter in light snow and I'll plant more later. Blue grama is a wonderful grass for erosion, deer, cows and horses. I wish you carried black grama!

Blue Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By Victoria

Pretty with native wildflowers

The seed heads look like flags or eyebrows. I have seen how Texas Native Grass Seeds put them in Texas Native Wildflower beds. So I would like to see more of this grass in my pasture as well. Everwilde Farm delivered these seeds quickly.

Blue Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By John

A+ for prompt shipping

Product shipped promptly. Seeds spouted successfully.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~40,000 Seeds) $7.92 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $18.00 $16.16 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $48.00 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $216.00 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $384.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $912.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $1,728.00 -+
100 Lb Bulk Bag (45.4kg) $3,360.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

This native grass is easy to grow and provides the perfect contrast for a wildflower planting. This short bluish-green variety grows in grassy clumps during the warm season of summer, and can even be used for a shaggy no-mow green space.
According to legend, Native American children once made a game of looking for blue grama stems with an unusual three seed heads on them. The species name "gracilis" comes from the Latin word for "graceful." The genus name "Bouteloua" honors professor Claudio Boutelou, who taught agriculture at a university in 18th century Madrid.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow blue grama seeds either in late fall or early spring. Plant the Bouteloua Gracilis seed just below the surface of the soil, compacting the soil very firmly. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination.

Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established. Because of their extensive root system, the plants grow rather slowly. This plant grows best in average, well drained soil, though it adapts to nearly any soil type including rocky, shallow soil and clay. It tolerates drought and cold temperatures extremely well. This plant may self-seed, and resists deer and attracts small birds. It makes an excellent choice for controlling erosion, as well as being ornamental throughout the autumn and winter.

Seed Saving: Collect the seed as soon as the seed heads begin to turn tan and dry; the seed should strip easily from the stem. Spread the seed out in a protected location until it has dried completely. Store blue grama seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Bouteloua gracilis

Species Origin: US Native Grass or Sedge

Type: Native Grasses, Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern

Seeds per Ounce: 40,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 18 Inches

Color: Green, Brown

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 6 reviews
5.0

Review By SK

excellent germination

Germinated better than expected. A recommended seed supplier for native flowers

5.0

Review By Blue Grama

Blue Gram seeds

This review regards EverWilde's service. I can't review the seed quality since they've yet to be sown. I wrote a previous review stating my disappointment that my seed order hadn't been received. When I brought this to the attention of EverWilde, the sales team immediately sent another packet which arrived very promptly. I'm delighted and grateful for their responsiveness. Now to plant those seeds!

5.0

Review By Steve

Spring project

Received the seeds in great shape. Looking forward to planting them this spring.

5.0

Review By BearMountainBooks

Pleased to find these seeds

Finding natural grass seeds can be difficult and expensive. I like the packaging because these seeds will keep well until spring. I planted some in the winter in light snow and I'll plant more later. Blue grama is a wonderful grass for erosion, deer, cows and horses. I wish you carried black grama!

5.0

Review By Victoria

Pretty with native wildflowers

The seed heads look like flags or eyebrows. I have seen how Texas Native Grass Seeds put them in Texas Native Wildflower beds. So I would like to see more of this grass in my pasture as well. Everwilde Farm delivered these seeds quickly.

5.0

Review By John

A+ for prompt shipping

Product shipped promptly. Seeds spouted successfully.