Redtop Grass Plant

Redtop Grass (Agrostis gigantea) grows up to 4 ft, thrives in wet soil, full sun, high moisture, and is neither edible nor medicinal.

Habit

Grass

Height

30-90 cm

Growth

Fast

Soil

Moist, loamy soil

Shade

Full

Moisture

High

Edible

No

Medicinal

No

Origin

Europe, Asia

Climatic Condition

Temperate

Temperature (°)

5-25°C

Humidity (%)

50-80%

Potting media

Field soil

Fertilizers

Nitrogen-rich fertilizers

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

5-15 kg

Flowering Time

Summer

Soil Ph level

5.5 - 7.5

Water Ph level

5.5 - 7.5

Soil EC

1-2 dS/m

Yield Per Plant 

2-3 tons/acre

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

Perennial

Health Benefits

Forage, erosion control

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% sand, 25% peat moss, 25% compost

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot

Symptoms

Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish pustules on leaves, White, downy fungal growth, Curled and distorted leaves, Wilting and root decay

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, Compost tea, Improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage, use resistant varieties. 

In-Organic Remedies

Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides.

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· Used in soil conservation to prevent erosion.

· Supports livestock grazing with nutritious fodder.

• Aids in ecosystem balance by providing habitat for pollinators.