Botanical Name: Poa fendleriana
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Common Name: Mutton Bluegrass  
Plant photo of: Poa fendleriana
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Water Saving Tip:

Even though it's hot, your lawn only needs to be watered twice a week to stay healthy.

And don't water the whole lawn for a brown spot—drag out a hose.

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Ground cover, Grass

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
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  • Description

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Did you know there was a native bluegrass? Mutton bluegrass is a bunching, tufted grass, native to woodland and higher deserts. The basal clump grows to about 6 to 8 inches, while the inflorescence grows on a stem between 1 and 2 feet tall. The clumps form tight enough masses to offer a substitute to traditional lawns, while the airy flower lends itself to meadow-like lawns and other natural settings. Blooms May to August. A Utah native.