Phalaris canariensis 'Canary Grass'

500 Seeds

Seeding Phalaris canariensis, commonly known as Canary Grass, is very straightforward and rewarding—especially if you’re growing it for ornamental purposes, birdseed, or dried floral arrangements. While not to be confused with the invasive Phalaris arundinacea (Reed Canary Grass), Phalaris canariensis is an annual, fast-growing grass often cultivated for its compact, egg-shaped seed heads.

🌾 Phalaris canariensis ‘Canary Grass’ – Seeding Guide

✅ Quick Overview

🌱 Step-by-Step Seeding Instructions

1. When to Sow

• Outdoors (direct sowing preferred):

  • Spring, after last frost

• Indoors (optional):

  • 4–6 weeks before last frost, if starting early

2. Direct Sowing Outdoors (Recommended)

3. Indoor Sowing (Less Common)

• Use cell trays or shallow pots with well-draining seed mix

• Sow at ¼ inch deep, keep moist and warm (18–22°C / 65–72°F)

• Transplant seedlings carefully after frost, spacing 15–20 cm apart

☀️ Growing Conditions

✂️ Care Tips

• Minimal maintenance once established

• Harvest seed heads when they are fully developed and drying

• Excellent for dried arrangements—cut when green and hang to dry

• Can reseed itself in mild climates, but not typically invasive

🐦 Bonus Uses

• Seeds are edible and often included in commercial birdseed

• Suitable for cut flower arrangements, especially when paired with:

  • Lagurus ovatus (Bunny tail grass)

  • Nigella

  • Ammi

  • Daucus carota