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Hilo Grass

Paspalum conjugatum, Poaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

4.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Giant Thorny BambooBambusa bambos
Shade ProvisionWind Protection
Trini's GuaduaGuadua trinii
Shade ProvisionPhysical Support
Bearded SprangletopLeptochloa fusca
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Gamba GrassAndropogon gayanus

Both aggressive tropical grasses compete intensely for space, nutrients and light, with Gamba grass often dominating

Pyramid DropseedSporobolus pyramidatus

Both spreading grasses compete for ground coverage and nutrients

Uses

Functions

Living MulchErosion ControlWeed SuppressionLivestock Forage

Medicinal Uses

Anti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Hilo Grass grow in?

Hilo Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Hilo Grass?

Good companions for Hilo Grass include Giant Thorny Bamboo, Trini's Guadua, Bearded Sprangletop.

Design guilds with Hilo Grass and see companion relationships visually.

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