Tanglehead (Heteropogon Contortus) - Growing Guide | Neighborbrite

Tanglehead (Heteropogon Contortus) - Grasses

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

8-11

Min. Temperature

10°F (−12°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Tanglehead

Heteropogon Contortus

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 8-11
Min. Temperature: 10°F (−12°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height12 in-36 in

Mature spread12 in-24 in

Plant typeGrasses

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeSemi evergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant✅Yes

Fire tolerant✅Yes

Pet safe❌Toxic

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly❌No

Tanglehead (Heteropogon Contortus) - Grasses

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