Cat grass is not only a real treat for your house tiger, but also provides your pet with numerous healthy nutrients. But you also benefit from the properties of the plant. Due to the rapid growth, the grass is ideal for your own breeding, for example. So you not only save costs, but always have a few straws in stock, at least if you follow the tips on this page.
Cat grass grows well from seed
Grow cat grass from seed
Cat grass is best kept in a pot in the apartment. Since the conditions in the house are constant, it is possible to sow the grass at any time. However, it is important that you store your plant in a very bright location. Nevertheless, a window sill is only suitable to a limited extent, since direct sunlight burns the stalks.
Which seeds are worthwhile?
Cat grass is available in two varieties:
- as sour grass
- as sweet grass
For your own cultivation, it is advisable to use sweet grasses. Native grain varieties such as oats or wheat grow very quickly, so you don't have to wait long after sowing before you can feed the stalks. In addition, these cat grass species do not lignify as quickly.
There are various options for procurement:
- the Internet
- the specialist trade
After a one-off purchase, you can remove the seeds from the existing plant and use them for re-sowing.
manual
- Fill a seed pot with conventional garden soil (substrate must be low in nutrients).
- Soak the seeds in water for an hour or two to speed up germination.
- Then press the seeds about two to three centimeters deep into the substrate.
- Water the soil, avoid waterlogging.
- If the humidity is high, stretch a transparent film over the growing pot.
Sow small portions
Cat grass grows incredibly fast, but also lignifies after a short time. Then you should no longer feed the stalks, as your cat could injure itself on the sharp shoots. Before you then cut back the plant or dispose of it entirely, it is better to sow in portions that meet your needs. An interval of two to three weeks between sowings is recommended.