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Sweetgrass

Hierochloe odorata, Poaceae

Zones
3–7
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Bird of ParadiseStrelitzia reginae
Pest Deterrent
Canna LilyCanna × generalis
Pest Deterrent
Queen of the PrairieFilipendula rubra
Pollinator SharingWind Protection
Closed GentianGentiana clausa
Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Bottle GentianGentiana andrewsii

Sweetgrass can spread via rhizomes and has mild allelopathic properties that may suppress native wildflowers

Uses

Functions

MedicineCeremony

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Sweetgrass grow in?

Sweetgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Sweetgrass?

Good companions for Sweetgrass include Bird of Paradise, Canna Lily, Queen of the Prairie, Closed Gentian.

Design guilds with Sweetgrass and see companion relationships visually.

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