Prairie Junegrass

Also known as

prairie Junegrass and crested hair-grass

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Koeleria macrantha

Genus

Koeleria

Family

Poaceae

Order

Poales

How to care for Prairie Junegrass

💦 Water

How often to water your Prairie Junegrass

Prairie Junegrass needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Prairie Junegrass in your home

Prairie Junegrass love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Prairie Junegrass does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Prairie Junegrass in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Prairie Junegrass

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Prairie Junegrass: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Prairie Junegrass after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Prairie Junegrass is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

How to Grow Prairie Junegrass →

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💦 Water Needs

Prairie Junegrass prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Prairie Junegrass requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Prairie Junegrass Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Prairie Junegrass is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Prairie Junegrass does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Prairie Junegrass →

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💩 Fertilizer

Prairie Junegrass grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Prairie Junegrass →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Prairie Junegrass is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

Prairie Junegrass Lifecycle →

Prairie Junegrass Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Prairie Junegrass →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Prairie Junegrass can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Prairie Junegrass Temperature Tolerance →

Prairie Junegrass Hardiness Zones →

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Prairie Junegrass, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.