Hall's Bentgrass

Agrostis hallii

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Agrostis
Species:
Agrostis hallii
USDA Symbol:
AGHA2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul,aug

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
waterfowl, songbirds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination. Surface sow or very lightly cover. Maintain consistent moisture.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI