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Chaix's Bluegrass

Poa chaixii, Poaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Broad-leaved OleasterElaeagnus macrophylla
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Bladder SennaColutea arborescens
Nitrogen FixationShade Provision
Roundleaf BuffaloberryShepherdia rotundifolia
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Silver Spike GrassAchnatherum calamagrostis
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Rigid Moor GrassSesleria rigida

Both cool-season grasses compete for similar mountain grassland habitats

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlWildlife ForageSoil ImprovementOrnamental

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Chaix's Bluegrass grow in?

Chaix's Bluegrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Chaix's Bluegrass?

Good companions for Chaix's Bluegrass include Broad-leaved Oleaster, Bladder Senna, Roundleaf Buffaloberry, Silver Spike Grass.

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