Fall Witchgrass
Also known as
Fall Witch-grass, fall crabgrass, Carolina crabgrass and diffuse crabgrass
Taxonomy
Digitaria cognata
Digitaria
Poaceae
Poales
How to care for Fall Witchgrass
Water
How often to water your Fall Witchgrass
every 9
Fall Witchgrass 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
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Fall Witchgrass in your home
a window
Fall Witchgrass love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Fall Witchgrass does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Fall Witchgrass in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Fall Witchgrass
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 Fall Witchgrass after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Fall Witchgrass 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
Fall Witchgrass 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
Fall Witchgrass is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Fertilizer
Fall Witchgrass 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.
Care Summary for Fall Witchgrass
Fall Witchgrass
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
