Kevin,
Have you seen the bees (apis) forage this?
-Gene
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Date: Tue, 11 Jan 2011 17:26:56 -0600
From: Kevin Topek <ktopek@att.net>
To: permaculture <permaculture@lists.ibiblio.org>
Subject: Re: [permaculture] Vetiver
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Camille,
I have used vetiver extensively for erosion control and water
cleansing here in Texas. It is extremely hardy! It blooms in the
cooler months and has attained an 8-10' height in a couple of years.
The sides do need pruning as the lay down to start new plants. It does
attract young snakes seeking protection, but we have had no negative
incidents.