Species Brown Bentgrass
pink leaves with off-white flowers and green stems

Brown Bentgrass

Agrostis vinealis

Brown Bentgrass (Agrostis vinealis) is a short, tufted, perennial grass. It grows rapidly, preferring areas of disturbed soil. Its leaves are flat, blue-green in color, and 8-10 cm long. The flowers are arranged in an open panicle of spikelets, creating a compact and delicate look. It is widely used in lawns and golf courses in temperate parts of the world due to its low maintenance requirements. It can also be used in disturbed soils such as roadsides and borrow pits, lending a softer touch to these barren landscapes.

Watering:

Average

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Sun, Partial Shade

Soil:

Sand, Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Rough Hair Grass should be watered once a week, taking care not to over-water. About 1-2 inches of water is sufficient. To prevent water loss due to evaporation, water early in the morning or late evening. Make sure to avoid wetting the foliage to prevent the spread of fungal and bacterial diseases. If you notice any of the foliage wilting, water more frequently.

sunlight

Rough Hair Grass (Agrostis scabra) is a perennial grass species that grows well in sunny to partial shade locations. It prefers full sun in the morning with some afternoon shade, as too much direct sunlight for too long can cause leaf scorch and stress the plant. Ideally, the plant should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day throughout the growing season.

pruning

Rough Hair Grass should be pruned twice during the year, once in late spring and again in early fall. Pruning should be done to remove dead plant material and rejuvenate the grass and keep it looking its best. To prune Rough Hair Grass, use sharp shears and cut back the grass in clumps to 1/3 of its original height and then spread mulch or fertilizer around the grass to promote new growth. Remove any dead or dying foliage throughout the season.

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