How to Grow and Care for Dallis grass

Dallis grass, also known as Paspalum grass, Water grass, Sticky heads, Hairy flowered paspalum, Large watergrass

Dallis grass is a robust perennial grass that thrives in various environments, signifying its adaptability. Key care points include maintaining adequate moisture levels without waterlogging the soil, and keeping an eye on its rapid growth, which might require regular mowing to prevent it from becoming invasive. Overall, dallis grass poses minimal care challenges and is considered easy to maintain.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Dallis grass

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-7
Planting Time	Spring, Winter
Hardiness Zones	7-11

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Dallis grass exhibits a tufted growth form with broad, flat blades that are typically 0.5 to 0.75 inches (1.27 to 1.9 cm) wide. The leaves feature a distinctive midrib and are often a bright green color. This grass flowers through spikes that emerge from the plant base, reaching 6 to 10 inches (15 to 25 cm) high. The seed heads display numerous spikelets, which contribute to its invasive spread. Ideally managed at a height of 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 cm), dallis grass adapts readily to mowing, but lower heights can compromise its vitality.

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