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Grass Seeds - Foxtail Millet

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Setaria italica

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36-60 inches

COLOR

  • Green

Native to southern Asia, Foxtail Millet has been cultivated for thousands of years! In the US, Foxtail Millet is usally grown in the northern and western great plains. This warm-season annual can grow in semi-arid conditions and is often used for summer grazing. Floral enthusiasts admire the rustic look of its three to six inch golden heads and the interest it gives to arrangements.

  • • Popularly used in floral arrangements
  • • Dry to medium soil moisture
  • • Grows four to five feet high

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 1/2 to 1 inch

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 150 Up to 80 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Ornamental Grass Seed Planting Guide to learn more.

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Grass Seeds - Foxtail Millet

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What type of seed is Foxtail Millet  Grass?

Foxtail Millet  Grass is an open pollinated seed.

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