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Native to the Midwest and Western US, blue grama is the most heat- and drought-tolerant native grass. The fascinating inflorescence (arrangement in a row like eyelashes) turn golden brown and occasionally red in the fall, curling as they dry, and the feathery foliage makes a nice contrast in rock gardens and xeric plantings. Skipper butterflies use this grass as a host plant, and birds enjoy the seeds.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Poaceae
Native: North America
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 3–10
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 12"-20" tall and wide, although the foliage is 4"-6" tall.
Variety Info: 2", purple-green inflorescence (flowers arranged in a row) have small yellow flowers that hang down and the inflorescence curls and turns golden as it dries.
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Can be sown in late summer/early fall so plants get established before winter and get an early start on spring.
When to Start Inside: 10 to 12 weeks before your average last frost date.
Sprouts in: 10–14 Days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ¼"–½"
Space Seeds: A pinch of 10 –20 seeds every 18"
Thinning: Not required
- SxottRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 29, 2026Excellent germination
So far these are doing great in the greenhouse. Excited to see them full grown. 🌱
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 31, 2026Hey Sxott,
That's fantastic to hear your Blue Grama Grass Seeds are showing excellent germination in the greenhouse! You're going to love watching these develop into their mature form - Blue Grama has such a beautiful, distinctive seed head structure once it's fully grown. Sounds like you're off to a perfect start! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Addison y.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 12, 2026Cute and easy
They are just getting started but the Seedling are cute and very easy to start.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 15, 2026Hey Addison,
We love hearing that our Blue Grama Grass Seeds are so easy to start! Those little seedlings really are adorable, thank you so much for sharing your photo so we can see. You're going to love how beautiful this native grass looks as it matures. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this wonderful update with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Sheri R.OK, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 5, 2026Grass seeds
Terminated very well and I'm looking forward to planting them as a border.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? FamiliesHow do you prefer to grow? In Ground - Shannon M.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 starsApr 28, 2026Excited, but not seeing much yet
These started germinating pretty quickly, but really haven't taken off. I'm still hopeful to get a few bundles of successful plants from them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMay 8, 2026Hey Shannon,
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with the Blue Grama Grass Seeds! I can totally understand that mixed feeling of excitement when you see those first signs of germination, but then the waiting game begins.
Blue Grama grasscan be a bit of a slow starter. They're worth the wait once they get established and with all the various seeds you've planted your garden is going to be amazing as it grows in.
I love your positive outlook about getting those successful bundles - that's the spirit of a true gardener right there. Thanks for sharing your honest experience and for sticking with them. Keep on growing 🌻️
- LadyWildFireRated 5 out of 5 starsDec 8, 2025show stopper
This is a beautiful plant. grows quickly and doesn't mind the shade.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalEGEpic GardeningDec 9, 2025Hey LadyWildFire,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with our Blue Grama Grass Seeds! We're absolutely thrilled to hear you think it's a show stopper - what a perfect way to describe this beautiful native grass! It's fantastic that you're seeing such quick growth and we love that you've discovered how well it tolerates shade. That versatility really makes it such a wonderful choice for so many different garden spots! Thanks for sharing your growing success with us and we hope it continues to be a stunning feature in your landscape! Keep on growing 🌻️
