Sporobolus aculeatus
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Sporobolus aculeatus

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
5–35 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 4–9
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Observations
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Description

Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)

Sporobolus aculeatus, also known as sharp-leaved grass, is a species of plants in the family Poaceae.

Care Guide

💧 Water

Sharp-leaved grass is a plant native to arid regions and is known for its high drought tolerance. It typically requires watering only once a week. This grass is generally grown outdoors and thrives in full sun exposure, making it ideal for xeriscaping and supporting water conservation efforts.

☀️ Light Full sun

Sharp-leaved grass comes from bright, open habitats and does best in full sun. It can tolerate partial sun but favors direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is known for its sun-loving character.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C

The native habitat of sharp-leaved grass appears to have shaped its preferred temperature range, ideally between 68 and 95 °F (20 and 35 °C). To maintain healthy growth through the seasons, adjustments may be needed in other environments to replicate those conditions.

Ideal temperature: 5–35°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer

Sharp-leaved grass benefits from frequent, light fertilizer applications to encourage healthy leaf growth. You should fertilize Sharp-leaved grass roughly once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is essential for foliage, and supplying nitrogen-rich sources helps Sharp-leaved grass thrive.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Sharp-leaved grass should be pruned from early to late spring to encourage healthy growth and manage its size. Begin by trimming any dead leaves at the base, and thin out crowded areas to improve air circulation. Regular maintenance during the growing season will keep your sharp-leaved grass strong and visually appealing.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Sporobolus
Family
Poaceae
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Mature Height
1.22 m to 1.83 m
Mature Spread
10 cm to 20 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
Yellow, Green, Brown
Flower Size
0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
Bloom Time
Summer
Planting Time
Spring
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Egypt, Turkey, India, Austria, Slovakia, Montenegro, Pakistan, Slovenia, Morocco, Croatia, Uzbekistan, Russia, Iraq, Koppen, Romania, Portugal, France, Tunisia, Czech Republic, Mauritania, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Armenia, Greece, Ukraine, Serbia, Chad, China, Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Spain, Mongolia, Israel, Iran, Albania, Azerbaijan, Algeria, Hungary, Turkmenistan

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