Giant Foxtail Plant
Giant Foxtail (Setaria faberi) grows up to 6 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, non-edible and non-medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
3-6 ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well Drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Asia
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-30
Humidity (%)
50-80%
Potting media
Loam, Compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Moderate
Plant Weight
500-900 g
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
Forage, soil stabilizer
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Annual
Health Benefits
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 Spot, Powdery Mildew, Rust, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting, stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage, Use Resistant Varieties.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Mainly an invasive weed, no known health benefits for humans.