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Agrostis exarata
Spike Bentgrass
Description
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General Details
Plant Type
Grass, Poaceae
Native Region
Western North America
Seasonality
Cool-season, evergreen
Height
Foliage grows 4-6 inches tall, flowers 1.5-2.5 feet above the foliage
Width
4-6 inches
Alternate Names
Spike redtop, western bentgrass, Pacific bentgrass, spike bentgrass
Aesthetic Form
Landscaping Value
No Available Information
Foliage
Slender, light-green leaves
Flower Form
Flower spikes emerge silvery and mature to an attractive golden tan
Bloom Cycle
Summer
Growth Habits
Clumping, forms upright tufts
Plant Pairings
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Care & Maintenance
Watering Needs
Moderate water needs
Soil Preferences
Wide adaptability from sand to clay
Sun Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Winter Heartiness
< 0° F, USDA zones 3-10
Desert Adaptability
No Available Information
Costal Adaptability
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