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Mountain Melic Grass

Melica nutans, Poaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hairy VernalgrassAnthoxanthum hirtum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Sterile SedgeCarex sterilis
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation
Usawa BambooPseudosasa usawae
Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Nude Sheath BambooPhyllostachys nuda

Running bamboos outcompete mountain melic grass through aggressive rhizome spread and shade

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlUnderstory PlantingShade ToleranceWoodland Gardens

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Mountain Melic Grass grow in?

Mountain Melic Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Mountain Melic Grass?

Good companions for Mountain Melic Grass include Hairy Vernalgrass, Sterile Sedge, Usawa Bamboo.

Design guilds with Mountain Melic Grass and see companion relationships visually.

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