I had a CA bent grass sod lawn installed one year ago. La Mesa, sort of inland San Diego. I'm pretty sure it is dead now, but hoping it "comes out of dormancy". With subsurface drip and a lot of rain, it did great. Got established, grew like crazy, was soft and beautiful, and I loved it. As the heat picked up to the 90s in July, I couldn't keep it green. Just kept getting more brown with increased watering. Since it is a cool season lawn, and I know how other natives don't want water during summer dormancy, I quit watering. Now that it is cooling down, I am putting the water back on. There are bits of green showing up, but I don't have much hope that it will return to its previous glory. I think there is a reason we don't see many bent grass lawns in SoCal. I'm looking into a fescue blend or buffalo grass if the bent grass doesn't pan out. Hopefully some other people have experiences to share. The internet has lots of pics of new installs, not many established lawns. Answer from scrotalus on reddit.com
California Wild Gardens
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Native Bentgrass - Agrostis Pallens Lawn Sod
Native Bentgrass Lawn Sod
Agrostis pallens, San Diego Bentgrass, Thingrass, California bentgrass etc. FULL SUN - PART SHADE
Agrostis pallens is a true California Native Grass. Bentgrass occurs naturally in almost all densely inhabited areas of the state. That doesn't mean it grows like a weed - it still needs a little help to get started, especially where soil conditions are not ideal. It stays green most of the year with some exceptions.* Experiencing golden patches in summer or in hot climates with heat waves.
This native meadow grass works great for regularly mowed areas or those you want
Price $3.59
Reddit
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r/Ceanothus on Reddit: Anyone have firsthand experience with a Native Bentgrass lawn, or other native lawn option?
November 22, 2020 -
I'm in the IE (Redlands) and am especially curious if anyone has had success with it here. Everything I'm reading online sounds great, but I would love more insight on it before committing.
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I had a CA bent grass sod lawn installed one year ago. La Mesa, sort of inland San Diego. I'm pretty sure it is dead now, but hoping it "comes out of dormancy". With subsurface drip and a lot of rain, it did great. Got established, grew like crazy, was soft and beautiful, and I loved it. As the heat picked up to the 90s in July, I couldn't keep it green. Just kept getting more brown with increased watering. Since it is a cool season lawn, and I know how other natives don't want water during summer dormancy, I quit watering. Now that it is cooling down, I am putting the water back on. There are bits of green showing up, but I don't have much hope that it will return to its previous glory. I think there is a reason we don't see many bent grass lawns in SoCal. I'm looking into a fescue blend or buffalo grass if the bent grass doesn't pan out. Hopefully some other people have experiences to share. The internet has lots of pics of new installs, not many established lawns.
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I went a different route for my small lawn in Central LA - Yarrow. Easily mowed, can handle decent traffic, thrives in the summer with low water. Maintenance is just cutting the flower stalks because they’ll get woody. Yarrow feels so wonderful and plush on bare feet.
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Houzz
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California native bentgrass or fine-leafed Fescue no-mow sod?
It's a small area so a little extra ... Fescue is $.88/sq ft whereas the native bentgrass can be found at $1.75/sq ft here in San Jose, CA....
Anyone have firsthand experience with a Native Bentgrass lawn, or other native lawn option?
I had a CA bent grass sod lawn installed one year ago. La Mesa, sort of inland San Diego. I'm pretty sure it is dead now, but hoping it "comes out of dormancy". With subsurface drip and a lot of rain, it did great. Got established, grew like crazy, was soft and beautiful, and I loved it. As the heat picked up to the 90s in July, I couldn't keep it green. Just kept getting more brown with increased watering. Since it is a cool season lawn, and I know how other natives don't want water during summer dormancy, I quit watering. Now that it is cooling down, I am putting the water back on. There are bits of green showing up, but I don't have much hope that it will return to its previous glory. I think there is a reason we don't see many bent grass lawns in SoCal. I'm looking into a fescue blend or buffalo grass if the bent grass doesn't pan out. Hopefully some other people have experiences to share. The internet has lots of pics of new installs, not many established lawns. More on reddit.com
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November 22, 2020comparable lawn alternatives? native grasses?
There are several options, depending on where you are. . The Delta Bluegrass website is a good place to start. Lots of great fescue choices. They have a natural meadow look. Don't mow it, very soft, not good for soccer games. I planted 500 sq ft of CA bentgrass sod, Agrostis pallens, a couple years ago, because my wife (not raised in California) has fantasies of a nice manicured lawn. Inland San Diego is too hot for that species and it died. It also required more mowing than I am willing to do. But it was beautiful while it lasted. Kurapia is not a grass, and only partially a native, but it makes a tough "lawn". I will be replacing my dead bentgrass with UC Verde Buffalograss in a few weeks. Not native, but it thrives on heat and uses very little water, and doesn't have to be mowed. People seem to like it a lot. Google those /check Instagram hashtags, and see what you think. I would rather go to a park and sit on a lawn that someone else took care of though. More on reddit.com
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January 24, 2021Native Grass Lawn "Dupe"
None is going to look or behave exactly like the non-native grasses that are commonly used in lawns, but most will require far less water and maintenance. Check out the Calscape page for a good list
https://calscape.org/loc-California/cat-Grasses/ord-popular
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April 18, 2018everything I think you should know about Lawn Replacement Options...
How is Kurapia for ~ 50 lbs dogs and toddlers as a lawn replacement? All I see is “not ideal” but can’t find what that means. Is it going to kill it and create dead patches or something? More on reddit.com
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June 15, 2022Deltabluegrass
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NATIVE BENTGRASS™
Delta Bluegrass offers Premium California Sod varieties that produce low maintenance lawns and turfs for homeowners and industry professionals.
Northwest Meadowscapes
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Seashore Bentgrass Seeds (Agrostis pallens) — Northwest Meadowscapes
Seashore Bentgrass Seeds (Agrostis pallens)
Possibly THE BEST native turf grass in North America – one that can be left in long and swaying, or closely mowed like a manicured lawn.
Native from western Canada south to Mexico, seashore bentgrass is a lush, soft, deep-green species that prefers moderate temperatures. Yet it is resilient enough to withstand dry seasonal conditions, freezing, and more.
As the name suggests, this plant thrives in damp, coastal regions, however it does also occur across a number of inland states as well. The locations where this grass is not well suited are hot, humid climates and deserts.
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West Coast Turf
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Arizona Sod - West Coast Native Bentgrass Sod-Agrostis pallets
California native grasses are playing a large role in landscaping with water conservative plants. They are becoming the popular choice for lawns, landscapes, golf courses, and parks. West Coast Native Bentgrass (Agrostis pallens) is a cool-season bent grass. It can be mowed or left to flop, ...
Santabarbaragardens
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A New Lawn Alternative: California Native Sod - Santa Barbara Garden Design - Joan S Bolton
September 7, 2021 - According to Clifton F. Smith’s “A Flora of the Santa Barbara Region, California,” Agrostis pallens is found “as dense colonies commonly scattered on cool, well-drained woodland/chaparral slopes in Santa Ynez Mtns., west to San Julian ...
Native Lawn Delivery
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Native Bentgrass Seed – Native Lawn Delivery
Native Bentgrass Seed
Native Bentgrass Seed
California Native Bentgrass Seed is an excellent choice for a variety of reasons and applications, with a medium sized sod blade and deep, dark green color. The Native Bentgrass seed will germinate into a sod lawn that will offer exceptional drought tolerance, providing water savings that will be both cost and time efficient for lawn owners. The Native Bentgrass can thrive in both full sun and partial shade conditions. In addition to drought, shade and full sun tolerance, the Bentgrass grass seed will provide a lawn that has excellent wear recovery due to its rhizomes tha
Price $222.00
Deltabluegrass
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California Native Sod™ - Delta Bluegrass Company
December 10, 2024 - Delta Bluegrass offers Premium California Sod varieties that produce low maintenance lawns and turfs for homeowners and industry professionals.
Calscape
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California Bent Grass
Agrostis densiflora is a species of grass known by the common name California bent grass. It is endemic to the coast of northern and central California, where it grows in habitat along the immediate coastline, such as dunes and bluffs.
Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery
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Delta Bluegrass Company Native Bentgrass Sod - Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery
This variety thrives in full sun ... order quantity of 200 square feet. Extra delivery charges may be applied. Available only in Northern California......
Plant Material
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Agrostis densiflora, California Bent Grass – Plant Material
Agrostis densiflora, California Bent Grass
California Bent Grass
A native grass endemic to the central and northern coast of Califoronia. This grass grows up to two and a half feet high.
- Plant in full sun to part shade
- Plants do well in well draining soil
- Attracts butterflies
- Native to California
Price $10.00
Stover Seed
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Thingrass / Seashore Bentgrass - Stover Seed since 1922
Thingrass / Seashore Bentgrass (Agrostis pallens)
Common Name(s):
Thingrass, Seashore Bentgrass
Botanical Name:
Agrostis pallens
Description:
Thingrass, Seashore BentgrassA popular native grass that can also be used as a lawn substitute. Exhibits a deep green color with a fine leaf texture that can either be mowed or left unmowed for a more naturalized meadow look. Can be combined with other plants or used in rock gardens. Also for use under trees or shrubs.
Seeds per pound:
2,300,000
Seeding rate per pound₁:
200 sq. ft.
% Purity / % Germination (Typical)
98 / 80
Growing Regions:
All climates throughout the western U.
Price $7.69
TIFTUF
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The Best Sod for Southern California is Back, Native Bentgrass! – Sod and Seed, Inc.
March 20, 2024 - Native Bentgrass belongs to the ... Native Bentgrass is most popular in Southern California for residential sod lawns, commercial sod lawns, native landscapes, drought tolerant land and native lawns....
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California Native Bentgrass – Sod and Seed, Inc.
Our CA Native Bentgrass has a medium-sized leaf with a dark green color, thrives in full sun, tolerates partial shade, extremely drought tolerant, excellent wear recovery and self-repairing.
Deltabluegrass
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What does the term “California Native” really mean?
wise environmental decision. California native turf generates oxygen for the atmosphere and ... Native Bentgrass ™ is the first choice for a traditional lawn replacement.
California Flora Nursery
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Agrostis pallens | California Flora Nursery
California Native Plants · Perennials ... · Links · California bentgrass · A fine textured, drought tolerant, spreading, perennial grass that forms an undulating, naturalistic, meadow look, or can be mowed and used as a lawn substitute....
Lawnstarter
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California Native Grasses to Replace Your Lawn
March 10, 2025 - Deergrass Photo Credit: Matt Lavin / Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0 · Deergrass, also called Meadow Muhly, is another California native bunchgrass that makes an excellent lawn replacement.
East Bay Nursery
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Native Bentgrass — East Bay Nursery
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Calscape
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Thingrass
Thingrass (Agrostis pallens) is a perennial grass that makes an eco-friendly lawn alternative, requiring half the water of non-native grasses. Its deep green color lasts year-round with weekly summer watering, and it tolerates light foot traffic.