Crested Wheatgrass Plant
Crested Wheatgrass (Agropyron cristatum) grows up to 3 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Grass
Height
30 to 60 cm
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained, loamy, sandy
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
Eurasia
Climatic Condition
Cool, dry
Temperature (°)
10 to 20
Humidity (%)
50 to 60
Potting media
Loamy soil mix
Fertilizers
Nitrogen-rich
Watering
Moderate watering
Plant Weight
500 to 700 g
Flowering Time
30 to 60 cm
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.5
Water Ph level
6.5 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 to 1.2
Yield Per Plant
10 to 15 kg per hectare
NPK ratio
15:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used as forage grass, helps in soil erosion control.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, White, downy growth on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, compost tea, sulfur spray, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides