Eastern Gamagrass
Tripsacum Dactyloides
Overview
Eastern Gamagrass (Tripsacum dactyloides) is a robust perennial grass native to North America, showcasing broad, arching leaves and reaching 4-6 feet in height. Its distinctive flower spikes emerge in summer, adding textural contrast. This warm-season grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil types. It is ideal for naturalistic plantings and erosion control, requiring minimal upkeep once established.
Sun Full, HalfWater HighZones 5–10Type GrassClimate Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- High
- USDA zones
- 5–10
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 4–8 Ft.
- Mature width
- 4–6 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Grass
- Family
- Poaceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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