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Seeds - Foxtail Barley
Seeds - Foxtail Barley
Seeds - Foxtail Barley
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Seeds - Foxtail Barley

Hordeum jubatum

Minimum 250 semences par enveloppe

$4.25
( / )
Harvest year

Semences par gramme: 556

Année de récolte: 2024


Catégories: indigène, nouveauté, résiste aux cerfs, vivace,

Aire de répartition indigène: BC, AB, SK, MB, ON, QC, NB, PE, NS, NL, YT, NT, NU,

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For successful seedlings,
see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!

Foxtail barley (Hordeum jubatum) is an ornamental perennial grass, easily recognized by its fluffy, silky seed heads, which transition from pale pink to golden beige as the season progresses. This plant reaches between 20 and 50 cm in height and is appreciated in meadows and grasslands for its delicate, wind-swept appearance. Foxtail barley thrives in poor, well-drained soils and prefers sunny locations. However, it can become invasive in certain environments as it spreads easily through its abundant seeds.

Ecological Roles
Foxtail barley plays a role in soil stabilization due to its dense root system. Its fluffy seed heads produce an abundance of seeds that provide food for small mammals and seed-eating birds, such as sparrows. In natural meadows and along roadsides, it can spread quickly and dominate certain areas, which can make it invasive in some environments.

 

Foxtail barley seeds require cold stratification to ensure germination. See the cultivation notes below for more details.

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Growing Notes | Seeds - Foxtail Barley

Foxtail barley seeds require cold stratification to promote germination. Mix the seeds with moist vermiculite and place the mixture in the refrigerator for about 60 days. After stratification, sow the seeds on the surface of a rich, well-drained substrate, maintaining consistent moisture.

Foxtail barley prefers dry, well-drained soils and thrives in full sun. During germination, regular watering is essential. Once established, foxtail barley is relatively drought-tolerant. It also tolerates salt and sand. To maintain this grass, it is recommended to cut dry stems at the end of winter to allow new shoots to develop in the spring. A hardy and easy-to-grow plant, it can become invasive if not controlled. In small gardens, it is recommended to contain it to prevent it from spreading to surrounding areas.

Seeds per packet: 250

Family: Poaceae

Scientific name: Hordeum jubatum

Life cycle: Perennial

Hardiness zone: 3

Soil type: Sandy to clayey

Soil moisture level: Dry to wet

Soil - additional attributes: Well-drained. Tolerates salt, sand and drought.

Light: Sun

Blooming: August to October

Spacing: 20 cm

Height: 20 to 50 cm

Deer resistance: Moderate to high

Stratification: 60 days

Scarification: No

Germination time: 7 to 50 days

Sowing depth: 3 mm