When should Buffalo and Blue Grama Grass be planted?
The ideal time to plant Buffalo and Blue Grama Grass is when nighttime temperatures are in the 50’s and 60’s at a constant of 6 to 8 weeks. Both Grasses are warm season and will germinate properly planted during warm temperatures. For more information on planting these grasses, click below. What are the differences between warm and cool season grasses? Warm season grasses are dormant from the first frost in fall until after the last frost in spring. They prefer warm summer temperatures and require less water during the growing season. Cool season grasses prefer the moderate temperatures of spring and fall. They stay green longer in the fall and break dormancy earlier in the spring. However, they go dormant during the heat of summer without copious amounts of water.
