Common Name(s) | Upland Bentgrass, Autumn Bentgrass | ||||
Scientific Name | Agrostis perennans | ||||
Family | Poaceae | ||||
Location/Vegetative Zone | Dunes | ||||
Flowering Period | July-October | ||||
Identifying Characteristics | Flowers arranged in spikelets |
Description
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Grows up to 3.5 ft
- Leaves:
- Alternating small stem
- Short life span
- Slow spreading
- Flowers are green
- Moderate growth rate
- Other uses:
- Prevents soil erosion
- Used as forage
Misc
- Important type of grass on golf greens
- Occasionally used as turf
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