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Setaria palmifolia
Also Known As
- Bristle Grass
- Palm Grass
Plant type
grass / grass like
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Setaria palmifolia plant details
Setaria palmifolia is a semi-evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Setaria palmifolia
- Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Uses: easy-to-grow, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Setaria palmifolia
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A low outward spreading grass with unique and lovely pleated foliage. It loves summer heat!
By: Avant Gardens
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Gardening facts about Setaria palmifolia plant
How to Grow Setaria palmifolia
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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See other plant types of Setaria for your garden
aka Malaysian Palm Grass, Variegated Palm Grass
Plant Type
Grass / Grass Like
Zones
8b-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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