Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Poa

Species:

Poa cuspidata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Green, Brown

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alabama, District of Columbia, Delaware, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or rocky soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky slopes and open areas