Bouteloua gracilis
Mosquito Grass
Description
Bouteloua gracilis is a small mat forming grass with eyelash-shaped, yellow flowers that bloom in summer. Can be used as a lawn substitute or individually as a clumping grass. It can reach 2' tall and wide. It does best in full or part sun with well draining soil. Birds and insects are attracted to this California native grass. Seed heads look like small waving pennants.