Buffalo Grass

Buffalo Grass is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Buffalo Grass →

Benefits of Growing Buffalo Grass →

Common Buffalo Grass Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Buffalo Grass →

Buffalo Grass prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Buffalo Grass Water Frequency →

Buffalo Grass Root Rot →

Buffalo Grass requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Buffalo Grass Light Requirements →

Buffalo Grass Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Buffalo Grass is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is Buffalo Grass Edible? →

Buffalo Grass Toxicity to Cats →

Buffalo Grass Toxicity to Dogs →

Buffalo Grass Toxicity to Humans →

Buffalo Grass is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Buffalo Grass →

Best Pots for Buffalo Grass →

When and How to Successfully Repot Buffalo Grass →

What Are Healthy Buffalo Grass Roots →

Buffalo Grass is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Buffalo Grass →

Buffalo Grass is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Buffalo Grass Lifecycle →

Buffalo Grass Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Buffalo Grass →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Buffalo Grass can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Buffalo Grass Temperature Tolerance →

Buffalo Grass Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Buffalo Grass →

When to Plant Buffalo Grass →

How to Plant Buffalo Grass →

Where to Plant Buffalo Grass →

Winter Care for Buffalo Grass →

Best Companion Plants for Buffalo Grass →

Is Buffalo Grass a Weed? →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Buffalo Grass, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Buffalo Grass →

What Eats Buffalo Grass? →

• Drooping Buffalo Grass Leaves →
• Buffalo Grass Dropping Leaves →
• Black Spots on Buffalo Grass →
• Brown Spots on Buffalo Grass →
• Buffalo Grass Leaves Falling Over →
• Buffalo Grass Leaves Curling →
• Buffalo Grass Yellow Leaves →
• Buffalo Grass Root Rot →
• Why Is My Buffalo Grass Wilting? →