Alkali Sacaton

Sporobolus airoides, Poaceae

Zones

5–10

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 9

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Weaver's BambooBambusa textilis

Shade ProvisionWind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Chinese Dragon BambooDendrocalamus sinicus

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Snyder's MorelMorchella snyderi

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Spider GrassAristida ternipes

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Beyrich ThreeawnAristida beyrichiana

Nurse PlantWind ProtectionNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Teddy Bear BambooDendrocalamus brandisii

Teddy bear bamboo's dense growth and root exudates inhibit alkali sacaton establishment

Giant SacatonSporobolus wrightii

Related sacaton grass species compete for water and nutrients in overlapping habitat zones

String bambooGigantochloa apus

String bamboo's dense growth pattern blocks light and competes for nutrients with alkali sacaton

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlSaline Soil RemediationWildlife Cover

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Alkali Sacaton grow in?

Alkali Sacaton grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Alkali Sacaton?

Good companions for Alkali Sacaton include Weaver's Bamboo, Chinese Dragon Bamboo, Snyder's Morel, Spider Grass, Beyrich Threeawn.

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