Italian Ryegrass (Lolium Multiflorum) is a annual, biennial, perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lolium multiflorum is an annual, biennial, or perennial grass species widely used for forage, silage, cover cropping, and ornamental purposes.

Italian Ryegrass

Italian Ryegrass

Lolium Multiflorum

Lolium multiflorum is an annual, biennial, or perennial grass species widely used for forage, silage, cover cropping, and ornamental purposes.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual, biennial, perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Italian Ryegrass

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Lolium