Rye (Secale Cereale) is a annual grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Secale cereale, commonly known as rye, is a grass grown extensively as a grain, cover crop, and forage crop. It is a hardy cereal grain known for its tolerance to poor soils and cold climates.

Rye

Rye

Secale Cereale

Secale cereale, commonly known as rye, is a grass grown extensively as a grain, cover crop, and forage crop. It is a hardy cereal grain known for its tolerance to poor soils and cold climates.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Rye

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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Taxonomy

Family:Poaceae
Genus:Secale