Overview
Buchloe is a plant with a sod-forming habit in the genus Buchloe, part of the Poaceae family, with blue-green foliage. Buchloe grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include naturalize.
About
Buchloe, commonly known as buffalo grass, is a sod-forming grass genus within the Poaceae family. This cultivar features blue-green foliage and thrives best in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and tolerates dry to medium moisture levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for naturalising and can be propagated by seed or stolons. Its season of interest spans spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Buchloe
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Dry to medium
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Buchloe size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Sod-forming
- Foliage
- Blue-green
- Suggested uses
- Naturalize
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Buchloe
- Propagation
- Seed, stolons
- Pest resistance
- Chinch bug
- Disease resistance
- Brown patch, summer patch, leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Buchloe?
Buchloe prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Buchloe need?
Buchloe grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
Is Buchloe hardy in the UK?
Buchloe has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Buchloe?
Seed, stolons.
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