Harpochloa falx 'Compact Black'

Also Known As

Compact Black Black Catapillar Grass

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Harpochloa falx 'Compact Black' plant details

Harpochloa falx 'Compact Black' is an evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall and summer black flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Harpochloa falx 'Compact Black'

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: black blooms in fall and summer
Uses: edging plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Harpochloa falx 'Compact Black'

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This kind of endearing South African grass has horizontally held 3" fuzzy black flower spikes (a.k.a. black caterpillars) that are fun to watch unfurl. You really will do a double-take. Evergreen clumping grass, 2' tall and 18" wide. Sorry, grasses and sedges cannot be shipped to California. Minimum temperature: -10°F