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Tripsacum dactyloides
Also Known As
- Tripsicum dactiloides
- Eastern Gamagrass
- Sesame Grass
Plant type
grass / grass like
size
- H: 6'
- W: 6'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Tripsacum dactyloides plant details
Tripsacum dactyloides is a deciduous grass (or grassy in appearance) with chocolate foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and clay soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tripsacum dactyloides
- Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous chocolate
- Mature size: 6 FT wide, 6 FT tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tripsacum dactyloides
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and clay
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Gardening facts about Tripsacum dactyloides plant
How to Grow Tripsacum dactyloides
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- chocolate
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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