FREEDA® Caterpillar Grass
Harpochloa falx ‘Compact Black'
Flowers emerge above the foliage in July, forming loops atop stems that resemble caterpillars only to unfurl into playful horizontal fuzzy-looking eyebrows! To top it off, this evergreen tuft of needle-like grass turns dark chocolate in the winter! Native to South Africa, FREEDA Caterpillar grass is also ideal for the North American steppe region- drought tolerant in full to partial sun in average, to well-draining soil.
| Plant Type | Grass |
| Height | 2 feet |
| Width | 18-20 inches |
| Flowering Season | June to fall |
| Flower Color | Black |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to low |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 5-9 |
| Soil Type | Loam |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | No |
| Winter Interest | Yes |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 2022 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Trim back in spring |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance and replace plants if needed |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6000 ft |
