Wimmera Ryegrass
| Wimmera Ryegrass (Lolium rigidum) grows up to 2 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, non-edible and non-medicinal. |
Habit
Grass
Height
0.3 to 0.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Australia
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15°C to 25°C
Humidity (%)
50% to 70%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Compost
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
1 to 3 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.4 to 0.7 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
5 to 8 kg per plant
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
2 to 4 years
Health Benefits
Soil Stabilization, Erosion Control
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
| 50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand |
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
| Fertilize every 8 weeks with balanced fertilizer. |
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Anthracnose, Root Rot, Leaf Blight.
Yellowing and wilting of leaves, Yellow to brown spots on leaves, stunted growth.
Crop rotation, neem cake as soil amendment, Spray Neem Oil, Use Resistant Varieties.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestion
· Contains proteins and amino acids, supporting muscle health
· Used as a forage grass, benefiting livestock nutrition
· May have antimicrobial properties in some strains