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orchard grass
Dactylis glomerata
grass☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water
Orchard grass is a cool-season perennial grass known for its dense, tufted growth and excellent forage quality. It tolerates a range of conditions and is commonly used in pastures, hay fields, and as a lawn grass in cooler climates.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 7b to Zone 9bpH Range
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5.8 to 8.4Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Function & Care
biomass/mulcherosion controlpollinator nectaryedible
Edible Parts
leaf
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation