
Spring wild oat
Avena fatua
Spring wild oat is a hardy annual grass that thrives in full sun to partial shade with average moisture. It grows readily in most well-drained soils and requires very little intervention once established. Best used in naturalistic or meadow plantings where its airy seed heads add movement and texture.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately; Allow Soil Surface To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 12″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 15, 2018 by Fejul Xeto (cc-by-sa)
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