Forage Kochia (Bassia Prostrata) is a perennial shrub in the Amaranthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Bassia prostrata, commonly known as forage kochia, is a semi-evergreen, perennial subshrub native to Eurasia and introduced in North America primarily for forage and erosion control.
Forage Kochia
Bassia Prostrata
Bassia prostrata, commonly known as forage kochia, is a semi-evergreen, perennial subshrub native to Eurasia and introduced in North America primarily for forage and erosion control.
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