Slender Wedgegrass (Sphenopholis Intermedia) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Sphenopholis intermedia is a slender perennial grass growing 20–120 cm tall, with leaf sheaths that can be pubescent or glabrous and distinctive ligules.

Slender Wedgegrass

Slender Wedgegrass

Sphenopholis Intermedia

Sphenopholis intermedia is a slender perennial grass growing 20–120 cm tall, with leaf sheaths that can be pubescent or glabrous and distinctive ligules.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, habitat plant, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Slender Wedgegrass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Sphenopholis