Vetiver Grass (Andropogon zizanioides): Adaptable Ornamental with Sunset Foliage

Vetiver grass (Andropogon zizanioides) features upright, glossy green foliage with animated leaf tips resembling party favors. Evergreen to 25°F, it gains reddish-purple hues in fall and winter. Extremely adaptable—thrives in desert and damp conditions, used for erosion control, works in containers or as a screen. Beautiful when backlit.

Care

• Light: Full sun to light shade.
• Soil: Most any soil.

Propagation & Problems

Start seeds in cold frame in spring or divide clumps in spring/early summer. Infrequent problems.

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