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Sweet smother grass


Scientific name

Dactyloctenium australe
Characteristics

A coarse textured grass that grows well in shaded areas. It has long stolon internodes and must be mown high (around 35-40 mm or more) to avoid thinning out the stand. It has excellent shade tolerance, but should not be planted in areas subject to moderate or heavy wear.
Example

Sweet smother

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Author: Cynthia Carson
Page maintained by Janelle Dahler
Last reviewed 26 May 2010

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