PatternBaseRedhead Grass
Potamogeton perfoliatus, Potamogetonaceae
Zones
3–10
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Beneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)
Water
High (established)High (seedling)
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Duck LettuceOttelia alismoides
Both submerged species may compete for similar underwater light and nutrient resources in the same depth zones
Large-flowered Primrose WillowLudwigia grandifloraLarge-flowered primrose willow forms dense mats that block light to submerged pondweeds and releases growth-inhibiting compounds
Wavy-leaved Water HawthornAponogeton undulatusBoth are rooted submerged plants that compete for benthic nutrients and underwater light in similar depth zones
Uses
Functions
OxygenationWater FiltrationHabitat Creation
Edible Parts
TubersSeeds
Common Questions
What zones does Redhead Grass grow in?
Redhead Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 10.
What are good companion plants for Redhead Grass?
Good companions for Redhead Grass include Green Parrot's Feather.
Design guilds with Redhead Grass and see companion relationships visually.
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