Besides being a snack for pets, this grass can be grown simply to add a splash of green color and fine texture indoors or outdoors. Plant it in pots for contemporary style table centerpieces.
This grass is attractive to dogs and cats. They need a little grass in their diets, especially if they do not spend a lot of time outdoors where they will often chew on whatever grass is available. This grass is also called intermediate wheatgrass, but it is not the wheat from which bread flour is made. This is originally an Asian pasture grass that was introduced to the US many years ago for pasture and fodder. You can grow it in pots for your indoor pets, or plant it in beds outdoors for animals that spend time outside.
In the Garden
Some dogs and cats seem to crave a salad. Come to think of it, so do we. Pets actually get nutrition from their grazing, not to mention the breath cleansing chlorophyll and a good cleansing of their digestive system.
To satisfy your pets’ cravings without the danger of parasites or pesticides that might be found in the garden, plant pet grass in a container for them to enjoy. If your pet lives primarily indoors, plant two containers, one to have indoors while the other goes back out into the sun to regain its vigor. Use a container that is the right height for your pet, sort of like the racks that elevate food bowls to the appropriate height.
Pet grass is easy to grow. It naturally reaches up to a foot or so high. You can plant it in a spot where a clump can grow to full size, or keep it trimmed with sharp scissors to 3 or 4 inches—if your pets don’t do it for you. When the planting declines, or gets eaten, just start over.
Pet grass can be grown indoors or outdoors for pets to munch on fresh, nutritious green grass.
Like other grasses, pet grass prefers full sun and well-drained soil. However, for best growth, keep the potting mix evenly moist. Use care when fertilizing. If grass yellows or growth declines, water with Bonnie Herb & Vegetable Plant Food. It is made from soybean oilseed extract and should not be offputting to a pet, nor will it have a fishy or animal smell as do some organic formulas.
Avoid overwatering. If the soil is keep too soggy, the roots could rot.
To keep your indoor pet happy!
