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Prairie Junegrass

Koeleria macrantha, Poaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

LowLow

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wholeleaf Indian PaintbrushCastilleja integra
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Hoary VervainVerbena stricta
Pollinator SharingNurse Plant
Mexican Feather GrassNassella tenuissima
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Red YuccaHesperaloe parviflora

Prairie junegrass can form dense stands that compete intensely for water and nutrients with succulent plants

Uses

Functions

Erosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does Prairie Junegrass grow in?

Prairie Junegrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Prairie Junegrass?

Good companions for Prairie Junegrass include Wholeleaf Indian Paintbrush, Hoary Vervain, Mexican Feather Grass.

Design guilds with Prairie Junegrass and see companion relationships visually.

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