Saccharum contortum
Also Known As
- Erianthus contortus
- Bend Feather Grass
- Bent Awn Plume Grass
- Bent Feather Grass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 6'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 7a-9b
Saccharum contortum plant details
Saccharum contortum is a fast-growing semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer bronze flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Saccharum contortum
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
- Flowers: bronze blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: fall color, screen, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Saccharum contortum
- USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: lean and well-drained
Gardening facts about Saccharum contortum plant
How to Grow Saccharum contortum
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- lean
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- bronze
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 4'-6'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
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