Crested Wheatgrass (Agropyron Cristatum) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Agropyron cristatum, commonly known as crested wheatgrass, is a perennial bunchgrass native to central Europe, the eastern Mediterranean, Mongolia, and China, widely introduced in North America for forage and erosion control.

Crested Wheatgrass

Crested Wheatgrass

Agropyron Cristatum

Agropyron cristatum, commonly known as crested wheatgrass, is a perennial bunchgrass native to central Europe, the eastern Mediterranean, Mongolia, and China, widely introduced in North America for forage and erosion control.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, forage, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Crested Wheatgrass

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Agropyron