Tall Wheatgrass (Thinopyrum Elongatum) 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 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Thinopyrum elongatum is a clump-forming, perennial grass with erect, robust culms reaching 35 to 300 cm tall.

Tall Wheatgrass

Tall Wheatgrass

Thinopyrum Elongatum

Thinopyrum elongatum is a clump-forming, perennial grass with erect, robust culms reaching 35 to 300 cm tall.

Quick Facts

Type
grass
Lifecycle
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, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, forage, soil improvement

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Tall Wheatgrass

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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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:Thinopyrum