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Elymus farctus (1 Page of 5) The Elymus farctus plant species is found in S. Europe to W. Asia. It is a member of the Gramineae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as E. junceus. Fisch. Psathyrostachys juncea. (Fisch.)Nevski. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Elymus farctus Family: Gramineae Author: (Viv.)Runem. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.6 Mature Width: Habitat: Dry sandy soils[50].
Propagation Notes: Seed - sow mid spring in situ and only just cover the seed[162]. Germination should take place within 2 weeks.
If the supply of seed is limited, it can also be sown in mid spring in a cold frame. Only just cover the seed. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in summer[K]
Division in spring or summer[162]. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.
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