Spartina pectinata

Also Known As

Prairie Cordgrass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic

size

H: 20"-30"
W: 20"-30"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Spartina pectinata plant details

Spartina pectinata is a deciduous perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and standing water water. Does well in clay soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Spartina pectinata

Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 IN - 30 IN - wide, 20 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Spartina pectinata

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: standing water
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stabilizes pond edges & streambanks. The gracefully arching foliage cuts a fine figure in summer and then turns a bright gold in autumn. Spreads rapidly by rhizomes, making it excellent for stabilizing fresh soil around newly excavated ponds, streambanks, and wet areas. Install plants two feet on center, and apply mulch or fabric between plants to prevent erosion during establishment. In two years the area will be a solid mat of Cordgrass rhizomes that defy erosion. Seed is best planted in fall. Zones 3 - 8.

By: Prairie Nursery

This dramatic native grass of wetlands makes a superlative container plant for a pond garden. Graceful, weeping form takes on rich golden tints in autumn, glowing in sunset light. Keep in container to control spreading. Aquatic perennial. Best planted in heavy clay loam; pot can be plunged in garden for winter. USDA zones 4-8 (up to 8,000').