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Antarctic Hair Grass

Deschampsia antarctica, Poaceae

Zones
2–6
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Lady's ThumbPolygonum persicaria
Nurse PlantWind Protection
Hairy Birdsfoot TrefoilLotus subbiflorus
Nitrogen Fixation
Mongolian Milk VetchAstragalus propinquus
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Pacific CloverTrifolium isthmocarpum
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Sea PeaLathyrus japonicus

Both have extensive root systems in harsh environments, leading to intense competition for limited resources

Uses

Functions

Extreme Cold ToleranceSoil StabilizationErosion ControlPioneer SpeciesCarbon Sequestration

Common Questions

What zones does Antarctic Hair Grass grow in?

Antarctic Hair Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 6.

What are good companion plants for Antarctic Hair Grass?

Good companions for Antarctic Hair Grass include Lady's Thumb, Hairy Birdsfoot Trefoil, Mongolian Milk Vetch, Pacific Clover.

Design guilds with Antarctic Hair Grass and see companion relationships visually.

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