Blonde Ambition grama grass
Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition'PP 22,048
An impressive, highly ornamental form of Western native grass with tall, upright stems. Showy chartreuse, aging-to-blonde seed heads hold their straight shape and are displayed high above the foliage through winter, providing many months of color and texture. Developed by David Salman of Waterwise Gardening, Santa Fe, NM. Read more here. Consumers and growers, learn more here.
Tips from the pros:
It does reseed but the seedlings are not true, so pull them.
| 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, Partial 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. |
