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Orchardgrass

Dactylis glomerata, Poaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Mulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Broadleaf PlantainPlantago major
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Dragon Blood SedumSedum spurium
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Short-Toothed Mountain MintPycnanthemum muticum
Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat
White Sweet CloverMelilotus albus
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Annual RyeLolium multiflorum

Both aggressive grasses compete for the same resources and space

Irish MossSagina subulata

Vigorous orchardgrass can smother delicate moss-like groundcover

Uses

Functions

ForageErosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does Orchardgrass grow in?

Orchardgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Orchardgrass?

Good companions for Orchardgrass include Broadleaf Plantain, Dragon Blood Sedum, Short-Toothed Mountain Mint, White Sweet Clover.

Design guilds with Orchardgrass and see companion relationships visually.

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