How much sun does Inland Bluegrass need?

Inland Bluegrass grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Inland Bluegrass bloom?

Inland Bluegrass blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Inland Bluegrass native?

Inland Bluegrass (Poa interior) is native to AZ, CO, ID, IL and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

Is Inland Bluegrass HOA-friendly?

Inland Bluegrass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Inland Bluegrass

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Poa interior

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Inland Bluegrass (Poa interior) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–36" H × 4"–12" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

AZ, CO, ID, IL and 17 more states

Before you buy

Your city may pay you to plant this

Cities and water utilities offer rebates for replacing lawn with native and water-wise plants. We track 452 programs across 44 states, each with a link to the provider and the date we last checked it.

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

North American Deserts Central Basin and Range Northwestern Forested Mountains Southern Rockies Arizona/New Mexico Mountains High Plains Southwestern Tablelands Northwestern Glaciated Plains Northwestern Great Plains

Poa interior is a native bunch grass that forms compact clumps with fine-textured foliage. This cool-season grass produces delicate seed heads in late spring through summer and tolerates drought well once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Inland Bluegrass is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

May look sparse in first year while establishing

Wildlife value

The seed heads provide food for songbirds and small mammals. As a native grass, it supports various insects and contributes to the local ecosystem food web.

Common questions

How much sun does Inland Bluegrass need?: Inland Bluegrass grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Inland Bluegrass bloom?: Inland Bluegrass blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Inland Bluegrass native?: Inland Bluegrass (Poa interior) is native to AZ, CO, ID, IL and 17 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Inland Bluegrass HOA-friendly?: Inland Bluegrass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

If something looks wrong

Common plant problems, and what to check first

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