Wheeler Bluegrass
Poa nervosa
Chase, Agnes; Hitchcock, A. S.
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Poa
- Species:
- Poa nervosa
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- Green, Brown
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Oregon, Washington, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Prefers soils with good organic content
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: The plant is a hybrid grown in a container-field. It is found between 4,000-12,000 feet elevation.
Source: npn.rngr.net