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White Moor Grass

Sesleria albicans, Poaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hairy VernalgrassAnthoxanthum hirtum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Oval SedgeCarex leporina
Wind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Giant Malaysian BambooGigantochloa pseudoarundinacea

Giant Malaysian bamboo inhibits white moor grass through shading and potential allelopathic effects

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSlope StabilizationDrought ToleranceAlpine Gardening

Common Questions

What zones does White Moor Grass grow in?

White Moor Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for White Moor Grass?

Good companions for White Moor Grass include Hairy Vernalgrass, Oval Sedge.

Design guilds with White Moor Grass and see companion relationships visually.

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