Abyssinian rhodes grass
Chloris gayana
Rhodes grass is a hardy perennial grass that tolerates various soil conditions and requires minimal maintenance once established. It prefers well-draining soil and can handle periods of drought between waterings. This warm-season grass is excellent for erosion control and naturalized areas.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 30″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply Then Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 24, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Pierre Bonnet (cc-by-sa)
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