PatternBaseCrested Wheatgrass
Agropyron cristatum, Poaceae
Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Ground CoverMulch MakerDynamic Accumulator
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Two-grooved Milk VetchAstragalus bisulcatus
Introduced aggressive grass can suppress native legume establishment and persistence
Darnel RyegrassLolium temulentumDarnel ryegrass may inhibit crested wheatgrass through allelopathic compounds
Summer FarewellDalea pinnataAggressive grass species can outcompete native legumes for water and nutrients, especially in arid conditions
Uses
Functions
Erosion ControlDrought-Resistant CoverSoil BuildingCarbon Sequestration
Edible Parts
Seeds
Common Questions
What zones does Crested Wheatgrass grow in?
Crested Wheatgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Crested Wheatgrass?
Good companions for Crested Wheatgrass include Net-Veined Bundleflower, Eastern Goat's Rue, Big Bend Bluebonnet.
Design guilds with Crested Wheatgrass and see companion relationships visually.
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