Buffalo Grass

Also known as

Buchloe dactyloides and Buffalograss

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Bouteloua dactyloides

Genus

Bouteloua

Family

Poaceae

Order

Poales

How to care for Buffalo Grass

💦 Water

How often to water your Buffalo Grass

Buffalo Grass needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Buffalo Grass in your home

Buffalo Grass love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Buffalo Grass does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Buffalo Grass in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Buffalo Grass

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Buffalo Grass: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Buffalo Grass after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

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

💦 Water Needs

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.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

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 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🪴 Soil

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!

💩 Fertilizer

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.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

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

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Buffalo Grass can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

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.