Paspalum dilatatum is a clump-forming, perennial grass with clustered stems arising from very short, creeping rhizomes. The stems are erect to ascending, growing 30 - 180cm tall and producing new roots at the nodes when in contact with the soil. The roots can descend as much as 120cm into the soil
Paspalum Humboldtianum Care
Paspalum
What is the plant
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Full Sun
Temperature
min 13°C
Difficulty
Medium
How to Care for the Plant
Water
For established paspalum watering deep and infrequent is best. Water every 2-3 days during the growing season and apply an inch of water per week.
Pruning
Decide on a desired length for the turf. Continue to mow maintaining this height so that no more than 1/3 the height is being mowed off at one time.
Sunlight
Prefers a position in full sun, tolerating light shade
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Soil
Succeeds in a wide range of at least moderately fertile soils
Temperature
It grows best in areas where annual daytime temperatures are within the range 20 - 30°c, but can tolerate 13 - 36°c
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