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Mediterranean Golden Beard Grass

Chrysopogon gryllus, Poaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Forest VetiverVetiveria nemoralis
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
Cape Feather GrassStipa capensis
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Buho BambooSchizostachyum lumampao
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Sea rushJuncus kraussii

Mediterranean golden beard grass root exudates and competition affect sea rush growth

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlOrnamentalWildlife HabitatDrought ToleranceSoil Stabilization

Common Questions

What zones does Mediterranean Golden Beard Grass grow in?

Mediterranean Golden Beard Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Mediterranean Golden Beard Grass?

Good companions for Mediterranean Golden Beard Grass include Forest Vetiver, Cape Feather Grass, Buho Bamboo.

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