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Crested Wheatgrass

Scientific Name: Agropyron cristatum (L.) Gaertn.
Family: Poaceae

Crested Wheatgrass (Agropyron cristatum), U.S.D.A. Drawing, courtesy Hunt Institute

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 1-3,10,41-45

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: North America

Growth Habits: Lawn grass

Flowers: Insignificant flowers

Watering Needs: Little water

The Crested Wheatgrass is a pasture grass that can be used as a low-maintenance lawn grass in cool areas.

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