Poa — 5 species
Botanical species in the genus Poa recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Poa annua
Poa annua
Family: Poaceae
Cultivation
A very easily grown plant, it succeeds in any well-drained moderately fertile soil in a sunny position. Tolerates very acid soils. This plant is a very common garden weed and will not usually require cultivation.
Full cultivation guide →Poa fendleriana
Poa fendleriana
Family: Poaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of the country. The plant is dioecious, male and female plants will have to be grown if seed is required. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Full cultivation guide →Poa flabellata
Poa flabellata
Family: Poaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any well-drained moderately fertile soil in a sunny position. This plant is also likely to tolerate wet soils and maritime exposure, see its native habitat.
Full cultivation guide →Poa pratensis
Poa pratensis
Family: Poaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in any well-drained moderately fertile soil in a sunny position. A polymorphic species. It can be grown in lawns.
Full cultivation guide →Poa scabrella
Poa scabrella
Family: Poaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in any well-drained moderately fertile soil in a sunny position.
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