Overview

Triticum is a clump forming, columnar upright annual biennial in the genus Triticum, part of the Poaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Triticum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include prairie planting, wildflower meadow and cut flowers.

About

Wheat is a group of wild and domesticated grasses of the genus Triticum. As cereals, they are cultivated for their grains, which are staple foods around the world.

About the genus

Wheat is a group of wild and domesticated grasses of the genus Triticum. As cereals, they are cultivated for their grains, which are staple foods around the world. Well-known wheat species and hybrids include the most widely grown common wheat, spelt, durum, emmer, einkorn, and Khorasan or Kamut.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Triticum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Triticum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Annual Biennial

Habit

Clump forming, Columnar upright

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Prairie planting, Wildflower meadow, Cut flowers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Triticum

Propagation

Seed, sown in spring or autumn

Pest resistance

Susceptible to birds

Disease resistance

Susceptible to rust

Frequently asked questions