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Annual Rye

Lolium multiflorum, Poaceae

Zones
3a–9b
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (acceptable)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Crown VetchSecurigera varia
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Siberian IrisIris sibirica
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Dragon Blood SedumSedum spurium

Fast-growing annual ryegrass can overwhelm slow-growing succulent groundcover

OrchardgrassDactylis glomerata

Both aggressive grasses compete for the same resources and space

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSoil BuildingCover Crop

Common Questions

What zones does Annual Rye grow in?

Annual Rye grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 9b.

What are good companion plants for Annual Rye?

Good companions for Annual Rye include Crown Vetch, Siberian Iris.

Design guilds with Annual Rye and see companion relationships visually.

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