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Both cats and dogs need a little grass in their diets, especially if they do not spend a lot of time outdoors. So if you have a pet, growing pet grass is a great idea. This grass is also called intermediate wheatgrass, but it is not the wheat from which bread flour is made. This is originally an Asian pasture grass that was introduced to the US many years ago for pasture and fodder. You can grow it in pots for your indoor pets, or plant it in beds outdoors for animals that spend time outside.
Quick Guide to Growing Pet Grass
Plant pet grass in spring after the last frost, or grow it year-round indoors. It's a great healthy snack to grow next your pet's food and water dish or beside their bed.
You can also grow pet grass in a sunny area with fertile, well-drained soil. Even outdoors, container growing is an excellent option.
Before planting outside, add nutrients to your soil by mixing in several inches of aged compost or other rich organic matter.
Keep soil consistently moist, but be careful not to overwater.
Once pet grass is established, allow pets to snack on it regularly.
Pet grass can be grown indoors or outdoors for pets to munch on fresh, nutritious green grass.
In the Garden
Some dogs and cats seem to crave a "salad"! Pets actually get nutrition from their grazing, not to mention the breath cleansing chlorophyll and a good cleansing of their digestive system.
To satisfy your pets' cravings without the danger of parasites or pesticides that might be found in the garden, try growing pet grass in a container for them to enjoy. If your pet lives primarily indoors, plant two containers, one to have indoors while the other goes back out into the sun to regain its vigor. Use a container that is the right height for your pet, so they don't have to strain to reach the grass.
Soil, Planting, and Care
Growing pet grass is easy, especially when you begin with strong young Bonnie Plants® pet grass plants, which will be ready for nibbling not long after planting. Like other grasses, pet grass prefers full sun and well-drained soil kept evenly moist. The simplest way to grow pet grass is in containers filled with a premium potting mix like Miracle-Gro® Performance Organics All Purpose Container Mix Not only is it organic, but it's also enriched with aged compost to provide lots of nutrition for your pet grass.
Troubleshooting
Avoid overwatering. If the soil is kept too soggy, the roots could rot.
Harvest and Storage
Allow your pet to eat the plant right from the container (or garden area) in which it's being grown. When the plant begins to show signs of age or begins to fail, simply pull it and plant a new one.
FAQs
If you tell most cat owners that they should let their cats have some grass in their diet, you will hear two probable responses.
“My cat is not a cow.”
“You must be out of your mind.”
Well, your cat is definitely not a cow and I’m definitely not out of my mind.
There is a growing number of cat owners that are supplementing some greens in their cat’s diet. Not just any kind of plant or vegetable but those that are safe for cat consumption.
The most popular one is cat grass.
And we are showing you how can easily grow it at home.
What Is Cat Grass?
Cat grass is used to describe a certain type of grass that is grown using flax seeds, wheat seeds, barley and rye.
Don’t confuse cat grass as the kind of grass you would find along the sidewalk or in a field. That kind of grass can contain toxic pesticides that are poisonous.
Cat grass is commercially or privately grown at home for the consumption of household pets.
Is Cat Grass Safe?
It is a lot safer than letting your cat consume wild plants in your garden. Cats are known to chew and consume cat grass when they are feeling sick or just for wellness purposes.
Cat grass contains many health benefits for cats as it is rich in vitamins and minerals.
As cats don’t have the necessary enzymes to digest plant matter, they will have to expel the cat grass which helps to get rid of hairballs as well.
Chewing and eating on cat grass can also be a fun and entertaining activity for cats.
How To Grow Cat Grass At Home?
Let’s get started on how to go about growing this type of grass at home. It is simple and doesn’t require a lot of work.
Plus it is something that you can do together with your kids and inquisitive pets.
What Do You Need?
There is a couple of stuff that you need before embarking on your cat grass growing journey.
Seeds
Can’t grow anything with the seeds. There are different types of seeds that belong to the cat grass family.
Wheat
Barley
Flax
Rye
Wheatgrass is usually the most popular when it comes to growing cat grass. It has also made a commercial name for itself in the health and fitness industry.
Many health-conscious people drink wheatgrass juice daily for its high vitamin and anti0xidant content.
Not all cats may like wheatgrass so it might be a good idea to get a sample set of the different cat grass to test your cat’s preference.
Pot
If you grow plants at home then you should have a few unused pots at home. For cat owners that have a few cats at home, you can use a separate pot for each cat to space it out.
You can also get a long rectangular pot that is large enough to accommodate a few cats.
Steps
Take a small cupful of seeds and soak them in water for 3-5 hours. This helps to hydrate the seeds and make them germinate better.
Fill the pot or tray almost to the brim with soil and even it out.
Once the seeds are nicely hydrated, spread them out evenly on top of the soil. There’s no need to cover the seeds with soil as it grows well on the surface.
Lightly water the soil to make sure it’s damp.
Lastly, loosely cover the top of the soil with food wrap to keep the soil from drying out. Don’t forget to poke a few holes for ventilation.
Keep the pot in a dark place that has some warmth but away from direct sunlight. Make sure to water the soil a few times a day to keep it moist.
Once you see the roots emerging in a few days, you can remove the cover and place the pot in the sun for the grass to grow nicely.
How Can I Grow Cat Grass Without Soil?
If you don’t keep plants at home and want to do away with the hassle of using soil, you can actually grow cat grass without soil.
The only difference with this method is instead of using a pot, you can use a jar or tray. Pad the bottom of the jar or tray with cotton wool or tissue paper till about an inch thick.
After placing the hydrated seeds on top, slowly pour in water until the cotton wool or tissue paper is slightly submerged in water.
Make sure to not pour in too much water till the seeds start to float.
Cover up the seeds with wrap and keep them in a dark warm place. Continue to wet the base a few times a day until the roots start to sprout.
You can then move the seeds out to the sun.
Does Cat Grass Grow Quickly?
Yes, cat grass can grow very quickly under the right conditions. As long as the seeds start to grow healthily, you should have a batch that is good for your cats to eat within 7-10 days.
How Long Can Cat Grass Stray Fresh For?
If you grow your cat grass indoors then it should remain good for a week or so. But if you have a patio where you can place the grass under direct sunlight, it can stay fresh for up to 3 weeks with constant watering and trimming.
It might be a good idea to start planting a new batch every 2 weeks so that your cats have a fresh batch once the previous batch dies off or have gone stale.
Where Else Can I Buy Cat Grass From?
If plating and growing plants aren’t your cup of tea, you can easily get pre-grown cat grass from pet stores or supermarkets.
There are also very convenient DIY cat grass kits being sold that just requires you to add water.
Are Cat Grass And Catnip The Same Plants?
There are very different species of plants that have very different effects on cats. Cat grass is good for maintaining the overall health and wellness of cats. Catnip, which is closely related to mint leaves, has a rather calming or sometimes weird effect on cats.
Some cats get sleepy after eating catnip. However, studies have reflected that up to 50% of cats are not affected by catnip.
Conclusion
If your cat has never been exposed to cat grass before, it might be planting a small batch at home to test out your cat’s preference.
Given the proven health benefits that cat grass can give your cat, it is definitely something worth trying.
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