Aegilops geniculata is a species of grass known by the common name ovate goatgrass. It is native to the Mediterranean and western Asia, including Palestine and the Levant. Elsewhere it is known as a noxious weed.
Three-awned goat grass shows strong resistance to disease and is usually not prone to illnesses. Care-wise, the plant needs relatively little upkeep. When grown outdoors it only needs light watering, and larger specimens generally do not require pruning; smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Three-awned goat grass is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.
How to keep Aegilops Ovata.
Light
Three-awned goat grass comes from bright, open habitats and performs best in full sunlight. It can tolerate partial sun but favors direct sunlight for peak growth. This plant, which occurs as an annual or a biennial, is noted for its sun-loving habits.
Temperature
Three-awned goat grass can adjust to a broad span of temperature conditions, but its range may still be constrained by various combinations of moisture and heat. It grows best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended stretches of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures can raise the likelihood of Three-awned goat grass dying. During winter, appropriate protection from cold can increase the plant’s chances of survival.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Aegilops
- Family
- Poaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 7-10
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 76 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer
- Harvest Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
Other names.
