Overview

Dactylis glomerata 'Dactina'PBR is a clump forming grass like in the genus Dactylis, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous or semi evergreen foliage. Dactylis glomerata 'Dactina'PBR grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.

About

Dactylis glomerata 'Dactina' PBR is a clump-forming cultivar of the genus Dactylis, a member of the Poaceae family. It is deciduous or semi-evergreen, thriving in full sun or partial shade and adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH from acid to alkaline. Suitable for exposed or sheltered locations, it prefers fertile, well-drained soil and is hardy to UK zone H7. This cultivar is ideal for wildflower meadows and wildlife gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved by seed or division.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Dactylis

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil type

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained, Well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Dactylis glomerata 'Dactina'PBR size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Grass Like

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Deciduous or Semi evergreen

Suggested uses

Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Dactylis glomerata 'Dactina'PBR

Propagation

Seed, Division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

May be susceptible to leaf spot and rust, but generally disease-free

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