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Grey Moor Grass

Sesleria nitida, Poaceae

Zones
5–8
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

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Drummond's RushJuncus drummondii
Wind ProtectionPhysical Support
Dragon Head BambooFargesia dracocephala
Wind ProtectionShade Provision
Sea rushJuncus kraussii
Wind ProtectionPhysical SupportNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Giant Chilean BambooChusquea gigantea

Giant Chilean bamboo's massive size creates unsuitable conditions for grey moor grass which requires open spaces

Peruvian Giant BambooGuadua weberbaueri

Peruvian giant bamboo's massive canopy and root compounds severely limit grey moor grass growth

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlLow Maintenance GroundcoverRock GardenOrnamental

Common Questions

What zones does Grey Moor Grass grow in?

Grey Moor Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Grey Moor Grass?

Good companions for Grey Moor Grass include Drummond's Rush, Dragon Head Bamboo, Sea rush.

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

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