Previous scientific name(s): Bouteloua barbata var. rothrockii
Drought tolerant, short-lived, perennial bunchgrass occurring on dry rocky hillsides and medium to coarse soils throughout the southwest deserts. Moderately palatable but less nutritious than other grama grasses. Very useful for reclamation in the hot deserts of the southwest.
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Bunchgrass
Native or Introduced:Native
Season:Warm
ft.
Precipitation:8 in.
Best
Moderately Coarse:Average
Medium:Average
Moderately Fine:Marginal
Fine:Marginal
Marginal
Neutral:Best
Basic:Average
Seeding Rate:1 - 2 PLS lbs/Acre
12.40 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:2,360,000
Germination Time:Days
Yes
Planting Season:Summer
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