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Giant Spurry

Spergula maxima, Caryophyllaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Ground CoverMulch MakerDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Korean Bush CloverLespedeza stipulacea
Nitrogen Fixation
Velvet BundleflowerDesmanthus velutinus
Nitrogen Fixation
Orange Bird's-footOrnithopus pinnatus
Nitrogen Fixation
Field PennycressThlaspi arvense
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect HabitatTrap Crop
Caucasian ComfreySymphytum caucasicum
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect HabitatNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Common OracheAtriplex patula

Both are fast-growing annuals that compete for similar disturbed soil habitats

Uses

Functions

Soil ConditioningRapid BiomassSandy Soil ImprovementPhosphorus Accumulation

Common Questions

What zones does Giant Spurry grow in?

Giant Spurry grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Giant Spurry?

Good companions for Giant Spurry include Korean Bush Clover, Velvet Bundleflower, Orange Bird's-foot, Field Pennycress, Caucasian Comfrey.

Design guilds with Giant Spurry and see companion relationships visually.

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