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Physical description: Buffalograss is a low growing, fine leafed perennial
that forms an attractive turf with a soft blue green color. Without
mowing, the narrow leave curl downward to give a soft, prairie
look.
Optimal growing conditions: Buffalograss grows best in dry areas with less
than 25 inches of annual rainfall. It tolerates prolonged droughts,
very high or low temperatures (+120 to -30 degrees Fahrenheit),
periods of flooding, and compacted soil. When there is limited
water supply, buffalograss is very competitive against weeds.
Because of this, it can be used as an effective weed barrier.
Susceptibility to pests and diseases:
Buffalograss has no serious pest
or disease problems.
Use: Buffalograss
is ideal as pasturage and lawns in residential and commercial
areas or golf greens in low rainfall areas. This plant can also
be used for erosion control.
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