Poverty Three-awn

Aristida divaricata, Poaceae

Zones

7–10

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Anchor PlantColletia paradoxa

Pest DeterrentWind Protection

Roundleaf BuffaloberryShepherdia rotundifolia

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Liebmann's BluestemAndropogon liebmannii

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Pyramid DropseedSporobolus pyramidatus

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Gamba GrassAndropogon gayanus

Gamba grass produces allelopathic compounds and outcompetes native three-awn grasses

Mexican LovegrassEragrostis mexicana

Both drought-adapted grasses compete for limited water in arid environments

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlDrought ToleranceWildlife HabitatSoil Improvement

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Poverty Three-awn grow in?

Poverty Three-awn grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Poverty Three-awn?

Good companions for Poverty Three-awn include Anchor Plant, Roundleaf Buffaloberry, Liebmann's Bluestem, Pyramid Dropseed.

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