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Woolly Cup Grass

Eriochloa villosa, Poaceae

Zones
3–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Brazilian pencilflowerStylosanthes capitata
Nitrogen Fixation
GlycineNeonotonia wightii
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
DanchiSesbania aculeata
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Siberian Wild RyeElymus sibiricus

Both grasses compete intensively for soil moisture and nutrients in similar habitats

Para grassBrachiaria mutica

Both aggressive grasses compete intensively for space and can form monocultures

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlBiomass ProductionSoil BuildingWildlife HabitatQuick Cover

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Woolly Cup Grass grow in?

Woolly Cup Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Woolly Cup Grass?

Good companions for Woolly Cup Grass include Brazilian pencilflower, Glycine, Danchi.

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