Species Oregon Bentgrass

Oregon Bentgrass

Agrostis oregonensis

Also Known As - Oregon Redtop
Oregon Bentgrass (Agrostis oregonensis) is a perennial grass native to Western North America. It grows between 4 and 10 inches tall, with thin blades of light green, curved at the base. It produces small, one-seeded flowers and prefers moist, shady habitats. It can tolerate drought and can be found in woodlands, meadows, grasslands, and coastal bogs. As a low-growing species, Oregon Bentgrass can provide excellent cover for wildlife and help prevent soil erosion. It is also a great choice for low-maintenance landscaping and can provide much needed shade in sunny spots.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Stolon,Crown Division

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

Sun, Partial Shade

Soil:

Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

High

watering

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.

sunlight

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.

pruning

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.