About Sideoats Grama

Sideoats Grama is a perennial, warm season bunchgrass native grass with fine leaves and oat-like seeds hanging down one side of the stem. It is a very long-lived plant that grows best on upland soils and spreads readily by seeds and rhizomes. This grass is one of the most drought tolerant among natives.

Plant in spring.

Uses include:

• erosion control along highways and sloped areas
• cover between trees in orchards
• landscaping
• ornamental arrangements