Blonde Ambition grama grass
Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'PP 22,048
Blonde Ambition blue grama grass is an impressive, highly ornamental form of Western native grass with tall, upright stems. Showy chartreuse, aging-to-blonde seed heads hold their straight shape. The seed heads are displayed high above the foliage through winter, providing many months of color and texture. Blonde Ambition holds up well to snow. Read the plant story here.
Tips from the pros: It does reseed but the seedlings are not true, so pull them.
Developed by David Salman of Santa Fe, New Mexico—a long-time supporter and contributor to the Plant Select program. Propagators: Learn more here.
| Plant Type | Ornamental grass |
| Height | 30-36 inches |
| Width | 30-36 inches |
| Flowering Season | July through winter |
| Flower Color | Chartreuse, aging to blonde |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4-9 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | No |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Year Introduced | 2011 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Cut back every early spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Divide or remove old plants and replace with new plants. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 7500 ft. |
