Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium Perenne) is a 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 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lolium perenne, commonly known as perennial ryegrass, is a cool-season, perennial grass widely used for lawns, pastures, and erosion control.

Perennial Ryegrass

Perennial Ryegrass

Lolium Perenne

Lolium perenne, commonly known as perennial ryegrass, is a cool-season, perennial grass widely used for lawns, pastures, and erosion control.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Perennial 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