It will out perform any grass in high sodium soils . It won't tolerate cold winters though. Buffalograss Buffalograss is native to Montana, Texas and Mexico. It prefers clay over sandy soils and can survive going months with no rain or water . During these periods it will yellow, but once it gets water it will green again.
Buffalo spreads by rhizomes, stolons and seed.
Old varieties of Buffalograss didn't require much mowing but new varieties can be mowed very short. It will not do good in high shade or cold climates. Variety's can be seeded, sprigged or sodded. The cost is high but the savings on maintenance will save you money in the long run. Mow Buffalo at height of 2 to 3 inches.