100 Foxtail Millet Seeds – Ornamental Grass
Enhance your garden with 100 Foxtail Millet seeds of Setaria Macrocheata, a stunning ornamental grass that produces beautiful gold seed heads. Grows 18-24 inches tall, this grass thrives in sunny or part-shade locations, adding natural texture and color to your landscape during summer.
Foxtail Millet is not just visually appealing; it is also bird- and pet-friendly. Small pets like hamsters and wild birds enjoy the nutritious seeds, providing a natural food source in your garden. You’ll love watching the birds perch on the graceful stems as they feed on the large drooping seed heads.
Easy to grow and maintain, Foxtail Millet thrives in average soil with minimal watering. Once established, it becomes drought-tolerant, making it ideal for low-maintenance gardens. Plant these seeds in June and expect to harvest by August for a rewarding gardening experience.
Benefits:
- Ornamental appeal with gold seed heads enhancing garden aesthetics
- Attracts wildlife and serves as a treat for small pets
- Low maintenance, drought-tolerant once established
- Quick growth, reaching heights of 18-24 inches in just 70-80 days
FAQs:
- How should I plant Foxtail Millet seeds? Sow outdoors in June, spaced 6-9 inches apart in well-drained soil.
- Can I use Foxtail Millet as a treat for my pets? Yes, it is safe and nutritious for small pets like hamsters and birds.
- How tall does Foxtail Millet grow? It typically reaches 18-24 inches in height.
- Is this plant drought-tolerant? Yes, once established, it is resilient to dry conditions.
- When can I harvest Foxtail Millet? Harvest in August, 70-80 days after planting.
Lynn McGreevey –
Came quickly! Thank you, so much!
J Brewing Company –
Seeds appear to be in good shape and were shipped really fast-again! Can’t wait to strat and germ these babies! Thanks!!
ajehly –
Shipped quickly – really tiny seeds, so they were interesting to handle, and took a bit of time to germinate due to our cooler weather, but they are coming up nicely now!