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Common Wheatgrass

Elymus scaber, Poaceae

Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Stinking WattleAcacia cambagei
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Hillock BushMelaleuca hypericifolia
Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent
ButterbushPittosporum angustifolium
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Argentine PeppercressLepidium bonariense

Argentine Peppercress glucosinolates inhibit wheatgrass growth and development

Tasmanian PeppercressLepidium pseudotasmanicum

Brassica allelopathy from peppercress inhibits wheatgrass germination and establishment

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSoil BuildingPasture Grass

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Common Wheatgrass grow in?

Common Wheatgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Common Wheatgrass?

Good companions for Common Wheatgrass include Stinking Wattle, Hillock Bush, Butterbush.

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