Oregon Bentgrass

Oregon Bentgrass should be watered regularly, as it thrives in moist climates. During the warmer months, it should be watered deeply 2 to 3 times a week in long durations, allowing the water to penetrate several inches into the soil. During the summertime, Oregon Bentgrass should be watered more regularly as evaporation from the sun increases. During the cooler fall and winter months, Oregon Bentgrass should be watered less frequently, once or twice a week in long durations, allowing the water to penetrate at least 2 to 3 inches into the soil.

Oregon Bentgrass (Agrostis oregonensis) thrives in full sunlight and requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day. This species of grass prefers slightly shaded locations during the afternoon hours, as direct sunlight during midday can be too intense in warm climates. Oregon Bentgrass is an ideal species for sunny areas with cooler temperatures. For optimal growth, water regularly (daily during periods of consecutive days without rain) and fertilize 2 to 3 times per year.

Oregon Bentgrass should be lightly pruned throughout the growing season to keep it from getting too tall. It should be trimmed down to 3 - 4 inches in late spring and again in early fall. If needed, Oregon Bentgrass can be lightly pruned in mid-summer; however, this isn't recommended, as it can affect the grass's health and vitality as well as growth rate. Pruning should not be done during the hottest part of the day and, ideally, should be done during a cool, overcast day. Also, all clippings should be removed so they don't smother the grass.