Creeping Bentgrass

(Agrostis stolonifera)

Creeping Bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera)

Георгий Виноградов (Georgy Vinogradov)

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Estimated Native Range

Summary

Agrostis stolonifera, commonly known as Creeping Bentgrass, is a perennial grass that is deciduous to semi-evergreen depending on the climate. It is native to temperate and cool regions of Europe, Asia, and possibly North America, often found in moist meadows, stream banks, and lakeshores. This grass typically grows to a height and width of 0.5-3 feet, forming a dense mat of fine-textured, bright green leaves. Creeping Bentgrass is highly valued for its ability to form a smooth, carpet-like turf and is widely used on golf course putting greens and fairways due to its tolerance for close mowing and foot traffic.

Creeping Bentgrass thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers consistently moist soil conditions with good drainage. It is adaptable to a variety of soil types, from sandy to clay. In garden settings, it can be used as a ground cover or for creating a fine-textured lawn. However, it requires regular maintenance, including frequent mowing and watering, to maintain its appearance. It can become invasive if not properly managed, spreading by stolons to form a dense ground cover that can outcompete other plants.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

Plant Type: Grass
Height: 0.5-3 feet
Width: 0.5-2.5 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Flower Color: N/A
Flowering Season: Summer
Leaf Retention: Evergreen

Growth Requirements

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Medium, High
Drainage: Medium, Slow

Common Uses

Bank Stabilization, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Fire Resistant, Salt Tolerant, Water Garden

Natural Habitat

Native to temperate and cool regions of Europe, Asia, and North America, often found in moist meadows, stream banks, and lakeshores

Other Names

Common Names: Creeping Bent, Creeping Bent Grass, Fiorin, Carpet Bentgrass, Creeping Bentgrass, Redtop, Kryb-Hvene, Flechtstraußgras, Weißes Straußgras, Kriechendes Straussgras

Scientific Names: , Agrostis intermedia, Agrostis stolonifera, Agrostis coarctata, Agrostis varia, Agrostis palustris, Agrostis transcaspica, Agrostis stolonifera var. stolonifera, Agrostis stolonifera subsp. stolonifera, Agrostis stolonifera var. palustris

GBIF Accepted Name: Agrostis stolonifera L.