Cool-Season Grass
Wheatgrass
Agropyron cristatum
Growing Specifications
Drought Tolerance
5/5
Shade Tolerance
1/5
Traffic Tolerance
2/5
Maintenance Level
1/5
Mowing Height3" - 5"
Water Needs8-18"/yr
Optimal pH6 - 8
Ideal Growing Zones
Zone 3AZone 3BZone 4AZone 4BZone 5AZone 5BZone 6A
Zone map coming soon
Counties Where Wheatgrass Thrives
Broomfield County
CO
Eagle County
CO
Elbert County
CO
Clear Creek County
CO
Conejos County
CO
Alamosa County
CO
Arapahoe County
CO
Boulder County
CO
Douglas County
CO
El Paso County
CO
Costilla County
CO
Custer County
CO
Chaffee County
CO
Crowley County
CO
Cheyenne County
CO
Fremont County
CO
Adams County
CO
Bent County
CO
Denver County
CO
Garfield County
CO
Grass species data compiled from university extension publications and USDA resources. Growing recommendations are general guidelines — consult your local extension office for specific advice.