Poa secunda

Common Name:
Pine bluegrass
Plant Type:
Grass
Family:
Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
12-24 inches high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
Mixed plantings
Flowering Season:
Summer

Flower Color:
Not applicable
Exposure:
Sun or light shade
Soils:
Most soils

Suggested Irrigation:
Occasional watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less

Pine bluegrass can be found in many habitats in California. It is also native from Canada through the western United States, with populations in Argentina and Chile. This cool season bunchgrass forms tight clumps of soft blue green leaves to 8-12 inches; flower stems to 24 inches have a pinkish cast, with many dainty purplish flowers. Plants will be dormant with summer drought.