Fall Panicum
| Fall Panicum (Panicum dichotomiflorum) grows up to 4 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal. |
Habit
Grass
Height
1-2 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, sandy loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
North America
Climatic Condition
Temperate
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-70%
Potting media
Peat-based mix
Fertilizers
Balanced fertilizer
Watering
Water moderately; drought-tolerant once established
Plant Weight
0.3-0.5 kg
Flowering Time
Fall
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Soil EC
0.3 - 0.5
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental use
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Used for ornamental landscaping and soil stabilization.
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
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Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
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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 and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, Neem oil, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· No known direct health benefits for humans, mainly a forage grass for cattle .