Johnson Grass Plant
Johnson Grass grows up to 8 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
1.5-2 meters
Growth
Fast
Soil
Loamy, well-drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Tropical, subtropical
Temperature (°)
25-35
Humidity (%)
60-80
Potting media
Standard potting mix
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
300-600 grams
Flowering Time
Summer, Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.4-0.6 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
High
NPK ratio
4:08:08
life Span
1-2 years
Health Benefits
High forage value for animals
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Blight, Rust, Anthracnose, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Yellow or brown streaks on leaves, Reddish-brown pustules on leaves, Dark lesions on stems and leaves, Distorted leaves, stunted growth, Wilting, yellowing, and stunted growth
Neem oil, sulfur spray, Crop rotation, removal of infected plant debris, insecticidal soap ,Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole ,Fungicides with chlorothalonil, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides