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5.0 out of 5 (3 experiences)


About Dactylis Glomerata
Dactylis glomerata is a cool-season perennial bunching grass that grows up to 6 feet high. It has been introduced throughout most of the cool-temperate regions of the world as a forage grass in pastures and for hay and silage production. It can be found in meadows, pasture, roadsides, and rough grassland.
Taxonomy
Dactylis glomerata
Dactylis
Poaceae
Poales
Also known as
Orchard Grass, Orchard Grass, Cat Grass and Cock's Foot

How to care for Dactylis Glomerata

How often to water your Dactylis Glomerata

every 9
Dactylis Glomerata 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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Finding light for Orchard Grass in your home

a window
Dactylis Glomerata love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Dactylis Glomerata does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Dactylis Glomerata in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Dactylis Glomerata

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 Dactylis Glomerata after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Dactylis Glomerata is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Dactylis Glomerata 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.
Sunlight Needs
Dactylis Glomerata 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 🏡.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Dactylis Glomerata 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!
Fertilizer
Dactylis Glomerata is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Dactylis Glomerata is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Dactylis Glomerata can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Dactylis Glomerata can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Dactylis Glomerata
Dactylis Glomerata
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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