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Awned Canary Grass

Phalaris paradoxa, Poaceae

Zones
7–10
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Rose CloverTrifolium hirtum
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Cavalcade CentrosemaCentrosema pascuorum
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Red PeaLathyrus cicera
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Bulbous Canary GrassPhalaris aquatica

Phalaris species known to produce alkaloids and other compounds that inhibit plant growth

Uses

Functions

Biomass ProductionSoil ProtectionWinter CoverCarbon Sequestration

Common Questions

What zones does Awned Canary Grass grow in?

Awned Canary Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Awned Canary Grass?

Good companions for Awned Canary Grass include Rose Clover, Cavalcade Centrosema, Red Pea.

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