'Hachita' Blue Grama Grass (Bouteloua gracilis 'Hachita') boo-tel-LOO-ah grah-SIL-iss Synonyms:  B. oligostachya, Chondrosum gracile Genus:  Bouteloua 'Hachita' has narrow, blue-green leaves that form dense mounds. In summer, elongated seedheads add visual interest. This tough, drought-tolerant grass thrives in sand or clay soil with full-sun exposure. It needs a setting with good drainage, as it won't thrive in wet conditions. -Scott Vogt, Native grasses, Fine Gardening issue #124 Noteworthy Characteristics:  Plant ‘Hachita’ with darker perennials behind to show off its interesting seed heads. Care:  Grow in well-drained soil in full sun; cannot tolerate wet winters. Propagation:  Divide from mid-spring to early summer; sow seed in cold frames in spring. Problems:  Damping off, rust, head and leaf smuts, tar spot, fungal spots, root rot.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 6 in. to 12 in. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Moderate Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Native, Showy Foliage, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Summer Foliage Color Silver/Grey Uses Beds and Borders, Ground Covers, Dried Flower, Naturalizing Style Meadow Garden Seasonal Interest Fall Interest Tolerance Deer Tolerant Type Natives