Also known as Hair Grass · Rough Bent · Rough Hairgrass
Rough Bentgrass (Agrostis scabra) is a slender, tufted perennial grass native to North America, often found in disturbed areas and open woodlands.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Thrives in ample sunlight but can tolerate some shade.
Prefers moist soil
50% intensity
Water deeply when topsoil is dry, reduce in dormancy. Avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained, adaptable to various soils
50% intensity
Adaptable
50% intensity
Tolerates a range of temperatures; cold-hardy and heat-tolerant to some extent.
Low needs
25% intensity
Minimal fertilization required. Light application in spring if needed.
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
Rough Bentgrass prefers consistently moist soil, especially during establishment and active growth. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil begins to feel dry. Reduce watering in dormancy.
Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Pruning is typically not required for Rough Bentgrass, as it is usually managed as a turfgrass or a naturalized groundcover.
If it becomes unruly or you wish to tidy its appearance, mowing to the desired height is sufficient. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed.
Rough Bentgrass spreads primarily through its seed and rhizomes. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or fall. Natural spread is also common in suitable conditions.
Division of established clumps is also a viable method for propagation.
Repotting is not applicable to Rough Bentgrass as it is typically grown in the ground as a turf or in large naturalized areas. For containerized specimens, which are rare, repotting would be done when the root system fills the container, usually in spring.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Agrostis |
| Species | Agrostis scabra |
Similar in genus Agrostis
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