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Bitter Panicgrass

Panicum amarum, Poaceae

Zones
5–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Mulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Blunt-Lobed WoodsiaWoodsia obtusa
Wind ProtectionShade Provision
Virginia IrisIris virginica
Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Japanese Blood GrassImperata cylindrica

Cogon grass allelopathy and dense growth pattern suppresses native panic grass species

Ravenna GrassSaccharum ravennae

Large Ravenna grass outcompetes smaller native panic grass for resources

Uses

Functions

Dune StabilizationErosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does Bitter Panicgrass grow in?

Bitter Panicgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Bitter Panicgrass?

Good companions for Bitter Panicgrass include Blunt-Lobed Woodsia, Virginia Iris.

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