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American Mannagrass

Glyceria grandis var. grandis

Poaceae
Grass
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Glyceria grandis var. grandis is a perennial grass grown as an ornamental plant. It prefers full sun and medium water, growing to a height of 0.6–1.5 meters. Suitable for clay, loamy, or sandy soils, it thrives in USDA zones 3–9. This non-evergreen grass is not fragrant, does not attract pollinators, and is not toxic.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Clay, Sandy, Loamy, Peaty

Height

0.6–1.5 m

Spread

0.3–0.6 m

Zones

3–9

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Growing Conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Water: Medium
  • Soil: Clay, loamy, sandy
  • USDA Zones: 3–9
  • Height: 0.6–1.5 m
  • Evergreen: False
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