Location specific values:
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    [temperature] => 27.6987
    [user_eto] => 869.05350494
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Plant specific values:
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Spreading Needlegrass (Aristida flaccida) | Easyscape Plant Profile

Spreading Needlegrass

(Aristida flaccida)

Spreading Needlegrass (Aristida flaccida)

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Climate Requirements for Hamilton, Canada

This Plant Your Site Plant Suitability for Your Location
• Precipitation 31" - 77" 35" Your precipitation may be insufficient for this plant. Irrigate N" / year. Irrigate N" / year
• High Temp. 74°F - 86°F 82°F Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. Excellent
• Low Temp. 34°F - 55°F 17°F Your winter temperatures may be too cold for this plant Too cold
This plant should grow well at your location with about N inches per year (Y minutes per month) of irrigation.

Summary

Aristida flaccida, commonly known as Spreading Needlegrass, is a perennial grass native to Brazil and Uruquay. It exhibits a moderate growth rate and typically reaches a height of 1.5-3 feet (0.46-0.9 meters). This grass is characterized by its fine-textured foliage and green, inconspicuous flowers that bloom in the summer and fall, forming airy panicles that sway with the breeze. While the flowers are not showy, they add a delicate texture to the landscape.

Spreading Needlegrass is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, sandy soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalized areas. It is often used for erosion control, as a ground cover in open, sunny areas, and in restoration projects where its native status and adaptability are beneficial. It requires full sun to maintain its best form and health, and it is well-suited to fast-draining sandy soils with low water requirements once established. While generally low-maintenance, it can be susceptible to rust diseases under certain conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Grass
  • Height: 1.5-3 feet
  • Width: 1-2 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: N/A
  • Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun
  • Water: Low
  • Drainage: Fast

Common Uses

Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Natural Habitat

Native to pine flatwoods, sandhills, and dry sandy habitats in Brazil and Uruguay

Other Names

Common Names:

Scientific Names: Aristida flaccida , Aristida flaccida var. uniglumis , Aristida laxa

GBIF Accepted Name: Aristida flaccida