Overview
Brachiaria arrecta is a plant with a perennial grass habit in the genus Brachiaria, part of the Poaceae family, with green foliage. Brachiaria arrecta grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include forage crop.
About
Brachiaria arrecta, commonly known as Tanner grass, is a perennial grass belonging to the Poaceae family. It features green foliage and thrives best in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and moist conditions. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is primarily cultivated as a forage crop and is propagated by seed. Brachiaria arrecta is particularly notable during the spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Brachiaria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Brachiaria arrecta size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Perennial grass
- Foliage
- Green
- Suggested uses
- Forage crop
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Brachiaria arrecta
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- High
- Disease resistance
- High
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Brachiaria arrecta?
Brachiaria arrecta prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Brachiaria arrecta need?
Brachiaria arrecta grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Brachiaria arrecta hardy in the UK?
Brachiaria arrecta has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Brachiaria arrecta?
Seed.