PatternBaseTanglehead Grass
Heteropogon contortus, Poaceae
Zones
8–11
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Giant LemongrassCymbopogon giganteus
Giant lemongrass may deter pests from tanglehead grass but could also have mild allelopathic effects
Timor Black BambooBambusa lakoBlack bamboo canopy severely limits light for tanglehead grass, bamboo chemical exudates suppress grass growth
Smooth Giant BambooGigantochloa levisSmooth giant bamboo massive canopy eliminates light for tanglehead grass, chemical inhibition prevents grass growth
Uses
Functions
Erosion ControlFire PreventionWildlife HabitatRangeland Restoration
Common Questions
What zones does Tanglehead Grass grow in?
Tanglehead Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.
What are good companion plants for Tanglehead Grass?
Good companions for Tanglehead Grass include Purple Bluestem, Purple Muhly, Drinn Grass.
Design guilds with Tanglehead Grass and see companion relationships visually.
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