Dactylis glomerata 'Cat Grass (Barley)' - Cat Grass (Barley) from My Organic Table
Dactylis glomerata 'Cat Grass (Barley)' - Cat Grass (Barley) from My Organic Table
Dactylis glomerata Cat Grass (Barley)

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Dactylis glomerata 'Cat Grass (Barley)'

Cat Grass (Barley)

A type of barley that is packed with fiber, vitamins and nutrients for your feline companion. Extremely easy to grow, cut some and mix with your cat's food or as a special treat. Grass will regrow to cut again.

  • Fast cool-season grass grown for cats to nibble
  • Tender young blades with mild grassy flavor
  • Quick crop for pots and indoor trays
  • Useful as pet greens rather than kitchen herb

  • Category: Herbs
  • Hardiness Zone: 2-10
  • Height: 12-24 in
  • Spread: 6-12 in
  • Spacing: 4 in
  • Temperature: 35 to 75°F

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Attributes
• Cut and let regrow
• Fast Growing
• House Plant
• Pet Friendly
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Dactylis glomerata 'Cat Grass (Barley)'

Sow thickly in shallow trays or small pots and keep evenly moist until germination. Place in bright light and cut when blades are 4–6 inches tall. Succession sow every week or two for a steady supply.

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