Also known as Carpet Bent · Carpet Bentgrass · Creeping Bent
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in full sun but can tolerate some shade. Reduced sunlight may lead to thinner growth.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil, but dislikes waterlogging. Water when the top layer feels dry.
Clay, Loam, Sand, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Cool to Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cooler temperatures for optimal growth (15-24°C). Tolerates heat but may go dormant without adequate water.
Regular Feeding
75% intensity
Requires consistent fertilization during the growing season for dense, healthy growth.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Creeping bentgrass requires consistent moisture, especially during establishment and warm periods. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, as this can lead to disease.
Adjust frequency based on weather and soil type.
Mowing is the primary form of pruning for creeping bentgrass. Maintain a desired height (typically 0. 6-3. 8 cm for turf applications) using a sharp mower. Frequent mowing encourages dense growth.
Remove clippings if disease is a concern.
Creeping bentgrass spreads primarily through stolons (runners) that root and form new plants. It can also be established from seed.
For vegetative propagation, sodding or plugging with stoloniferous material is effective.
Repotting is not applicable to creeping bentgrass as it is a perennial grass typically grown as a groundcover or turf, not in containers. Its growth habit involves spreading via stolons and rhizomes across the soil surface.
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Photos of Creeping Bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
