Redtop typically starts flowering in May.
Redtop
Agrostis gigantea
Also Known As - Black Bentgrass,Giant BentgrassRedtop (Agrostis gigantea) is a species of grass native to Eurasia and North Africa. It has a deep root system, making it drought-tolerant and ideal for soils with poor drainage. The rhizomes are also highly resistant to damage from grazing animals. Its leaves are a bright green, sharp, and narrow, with a noticeable red pigmentation near the tip. The plant tends to grow in tall tufts up to around 50 cm in height. Its flowering is a long event throughout the summer, producing light brown spike-like flowers. Redtop is commonly used as a forage and turf grass with high tolerance for wet and acidic soil. It is also useful in erosion control in meadows and other open areas.
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Redtop should be watered once every 1-2 weeks, depending on the weather and how dry the soil is. When watering, it is important to thoroughly moisten the soil and ensure that the water is reaching the roots of the plant. Make sure not to water the foliage, as this may cause fungal diseases. Always water in the morning so the sun can dry the soil and foliage quickly. When the soil is dry to a depth of 2 to 3 inches, give the plant a deep soaking until water drains from the holes in the bottom of the container or runs off at the soil surface. Once established, reduce watering until soil is almost dry before watering again.
sunlight
Redtop (Agrostis gigantea) prefers a full sun environment as long as it protects it from intense midday sun. During the spring and summer, redtop should receive at least 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. In the fall and winter, you can reduce this to around 6 hours per day. If you can provide more, your redtop will likely be even more vigorous and lush with growth.
pruning
Redtop (Agrostis gigantea) should be pruned in the late fall or early spring. This species should be lightly pruned to maintain an attractive appearance. Pruning should remove no more than 1/3 of the foliage and should focus on removing any dead, damaged, or diseased branches. Deadheading spent flowers will also help keep the plant attractive.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
