| Common Name(s): | Thingrass, Seashore Bentgrass |
| Botanical Name: | Agrostis pallens |
Description:
Thingrass, Seashore Bentgrass
A popular native grass that can also be used as a lawn substitute. Exhibits a deep green color with a fine leaf texture that can either be mowed or left unmowed for a more naturalized meadow look. Can be combined with other plants or used in rock gardens. Also for use under trees or shrubs.
| Seeds per pound: | 2,300,000 |
| Seeding rate per pound₁: | 7,000 sq. ft. |
| % Purity / % Germination (Typical) | 98 / 80 |
| Growing Regions: | All climates throughout the western U.S. except deserts. |
| Native To: | California |
| Life Cycle: | Perennial |
| Characteristics: | Rhizome growth habit |
| Season Type: | Cool-Season |
| Exposure: | Sun to Shade |
| Height: | 6 to 24 inches if left unmowed |
| Establishment: | Easy to grow |
| Water Requirements: | Low |
| Wildlife: | Cover for small animals if left unmowed. |
Cultural Information:
Tolerates a wide range of soils but needs good drainage. Tolerates mowing.
₁ Seeding rate is based on seeding alone. When seeding with other species the rates should be reduced. Contact us for recommendations.
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