dart grass

How to Grow and Care for dart grass

dart grass · Holcus lanatus
Also known as: duffel grass; hose grass; meadow soft grass; midge grass; rot grass; soft grass; velvet grass; Yorkshire fog

Grow in any poor to moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Intolerant of full sun on poor dry soil

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing dart grass

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Care difficulty1 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand · Clay
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in any poor to moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Intolerant of full sun on poor dry soil

How to Water dart grass?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for dart grass?

Full sun

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What Soil Is Best for dart grass?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand · Clay
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for dart grass?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize dart grass?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune dart grass?

Trim after flowering and deadhead to prevent self-seeding as it can be a nuisance

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How to Propagate dart grass?

Propagate by seed or propagate by division

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How to Transplant dart grass?

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How to Care for dart grass in Winter?

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How to Plant dart grass?

Grow in any poor to moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Intolerant of full sun on poor dry soil

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How to Repot dart grass?

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How to Harvest dart grass?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of dart grass

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Attributes of dart grass

Plant typeGrass Like
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageSemi evergreen · Evergreen
HabitTufted
OriginEurasia

Scientific Classification

Species
Holcus lanatus
Genus
Holcus
Family
Poaceae
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