Vetiver Grass Live Plant – Chrysopogon zizanioides | Established Erosion Control Grass | Ornamental Grass | Privacy Screen | Adult Plant

Add a hardy, versatile grass to your landscape with this established Vetiver plant, Chrysopogon zizanioides. Known for its strong, dense root system and upright clumping growth, Vetiver is widely valued for erosion control and is also an attractive ornamental grass for gardens, slopes, borders, fences, and landscape screens. Its lush green foliage can provide natural structure and coverage while helping stabilize soil. The plants offered are adult plants that have been established for at least 6 months with developed roots. Each plant is carefully wrapped in moist material for shipping and arrives ready to plant.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 established live Vetiver plant
✔️ Botanical name: Chrysopogon zizanioides
✔️ Adult plant with developed rooting
✔️ Established for at least 6 months
✔️ Shipped wrapped in moist material
✔️ Excellent for erosion control and ornamental use
✔️ Suitable for landscape borders and privacy screening

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Vetiver Grass
Botanical Name: Chrysopogon zizanioides
Plant Type: Perennial ornamental grass
Growth Stage: Established adult plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining garden soil mixed with organic compost
Watering: Moderate; water regularly during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 4–6 feet, depending on growing conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast once established
Foliage Color: Vibrant green
USDA Zones: Generally 9–11; grow as an annual or container plant in colder climates
Container Friendly: Yes, when provided with adequate space

💡 Care Tip: When your Vetiver plant arrives, water it thoroughly and keep it in a shaded location for approximately 3–5 days to help it recover from shipping. Plant it using garden soil mixed with approximately one-third compost. Water every other day until the plant becomes established. After approximately 3 months of established growth, a nitrogen-based grass fertilizer can be applied every 1–3 months during active growth. Prune approximately every 4–8 months to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage fresh growth.