Buffalo Grass

Bouteloua Dactyloides

Plant type:
Grass
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Growing season:
Warm
Cover:
Moderate
Seedling rate:
8-26

Soil

Acceptable soil conditions:
Clay, 
Loam, 
Sand
Soil Conditions:
Alkaline

Location

Min elevation:
2000
Max elevation:
6200
Counties:
Cochise County, 
Coconino County, 
Gila County

Reproduction & Growth

Growth rate:
Moderate
Germination overall:
Moderate
Germination rate:
Moderate
Germination requirements:
Moist Soil
Reproduction:
High
Establishment:
Moderate
Lifespan:
Moderate
Survival:
High

Ecological

Best suited for these site conditions:
Cold
Disturbance
Best suited for these management goals:
Erosion control
Forage production
Pollinator habitat
Wildlife habitat

Additional Information

Warning:
Commercial availability:
Commonly available

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