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Annual Beardgrass

Polypogon monspeliensis, Poaceae

Zones
6–10
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Drummond's RattlebushSesbania drummondii
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Burr MedicMedicago polymorpha
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Spreading CloverTrifolium diffusum

Dense annual grass growth suppresses low clover through competition

Tall wheatgrassThinopyrum ponticum

Both grasses compete for similar resources and growing space

Uses

Functions

Rapid Ground CoverageSoil ProtectionBiomass ProductionErosion ControlWildlife Habitat

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Annual Beardgrass grow in?

Annual Beardgrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Annual Beardgrass?

Good companions for Annual Beardgrass include Drummond's Rattlebush, Burr Medic.

Design guilds with Annual Beardgrass and see companion relationships visually.

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