knotgrass Plant
Knotgrass (Polygonum aviculare) grows up to 2 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Herb
Height
0.3 to 0.6 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
USA
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
20°C to 30°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 60%
Potting media
50% Loam, 30% Sand, 20% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
0.3 to 0.5 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
1 to 3 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10 :10:10 or 5 :10:10
life Span
2 to 3 years
Health Benefits
Ground Cover, Soil Stabilization
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6-8 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 and stunted growth
Neem oil, compost tea, improve air circulation, sulfur spray, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides