Species Slough Grass
light-green flowers, green leaves and stems

Slough Grass

Beckmannia syzigachne

Also Known As - American Slough Grass
Slough Grass, also known as Beckmannia syzigachne, is a perennial freshwater marsh plant native to North America. This grass is not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional. It grows in water up to 20 inches deep and its stems and leaves form strong matting that allows other aquatic plants to take root. Slough Grass also provides excellent habitat and food for aquatic wildlife, such as fish, frogs, and turtles. Its blooms are small and inconspicuous, appearing in late spring to early summer. Slough Grass is a hardy species that requires little maintenance and can provide beautiful and functional shoreline vegetation.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Green/Brown Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Soil:

Clay, Sand

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Slough Grass should be watered lightly and frequently during the summer months. In the winter months, refrain from regular watering and only water if the area experiences a drought. On average, Slough Grass should receive about 1 inch of water per week during the growing season, spread out over several applications.

sunlight

Slough Grass needs direct sunlight and prefers a sunny and well draining area to thrive. This plant requires about 8 - 10 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth. Ideally it should get at least half of the sunlight during the morning hours and the other half should be received in the late afternoon. Slough grass should be planted in an area where it can receive direct sunlight for the maximum number of hours during the day.

pruning

Slough Grass should be pruned annually in the late winter or early spring. Pruning should include removal of any dead or dying leaves, thinning of broken, damaged, or overcrowded leaves, and removal of any stems that have become brittle or are no longer producing growth. Pruning should be done lightly to preserve the plants natural shape, and only remove what is necessary. Avoid pruning back to bare stems, as this can weaken the plant. With careful pruning, Slough Grass should remain healthy and vigorous.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Slough Grass typically starts flowering in May.