Longspike tridens typically start flowering in April.
longspike tridens
Tridens strictus
Longspike tridens (Tridens strictus) is a warm-season grass native to open fields and prairies. It is a slender, clump-forming grass with a spreading habit and a height of 1 to 3 feet. Its leaves are light green to grey-green and have deep veins that run along the length of the blade. The spikelets are typically long, silky, and sharply pointed. Longspike tridens produce an abundant seed crop that is favored by many species of wildlife, such as songbirds and small mammals. It is well-suited to areas of little moisture, including dry, sandy soils, and is used as a forage grass for livestock in rangelands.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Brown tinged with purple Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Longspike Tridens should be watered at least once a week with a deep soak that hydrates beyond the top few inches of the soil. The amount should be enough to make the soil slightly moist, but not soaking wet. Overwatering can result in root rot that can kill the plant. In general, about 1-2 inches of water is adequate. In hot and dry conditions, water the plant more frequently.
sunlight
Longspike tridens (Tridens strictus) needs full sunlight, at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, particularly during the hottest portion of the day to ensure proper growth and flowering. It prefers a lot of available light, so it's best to position in an area with direct access to the sunlight, such as in the open along a border or fence. Although it's tolerant of some shading in the warmer months, it's important to provide as much bright sunlight as possible for optimum performance.
pruning
Longspike tridens should be pruned during the dormant season from late December to early March. Prune the plant lightly, removing up to 1-third of the oldest flowering shoots and any dead, damaged or diseased foliage. Prune the foliage so that it is even and thin out any crossing or overcrowded growth. This will encourage air circulation around the plant and create a more attractive habit.
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Starts Flowering
