Velvet bent
Agrostis canina
Velvet bent is a fine-leaved, low-growing perennial grass well suited to lawns, golf courses, and moist meadow plantings. It thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers consistently moist, slightly acidic soil. Once established it requires little care beyond occasional mowing or trimming to maintain a tidy appearance.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-14 Days During Dry Spells • Water Lightly To Maintain Moist Soil; Established Plants Rarely Need Supplemental Watering
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Encyclopedia of Life (cc-by-nc)
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