Cat Grass (Oats)

Botanical Interests Oats Cat Grass Seeds

Falcor the cat suggests satisfying your cat's craving for greens with a pot of cat grass. Do you want to keep your cats from eating potentially harmful houseplants, or coarse, outdoor grass that sticks to the back of their tongues and might contain pesticides? Because it's grown indoors, fibrous cat grass can be served fresh, year-round to assist your cat with digestion, and may help prevent furballs. Grass is ready for cats to eat when it is 2"-4" high. Place near their water or food bowl for only a few minutes so that they don't binge. Feed for a few minutes at a time on a regular basis to get your kitty's tummy used to it, allowing absorption of all the nutrients. Great for dogs, too!

Sowing Information:

• Light: Full Sun to part shade
• When to Start Inside: Sow any time indoors in a low container big enough that a cat can't knock it over. Place in a bright location. Keep moist until seedlings emerge, and water whenever the soil surface dries out. Successive Sowings: Every 2 weeks for a continuous supply.
• Seed Depth: ¼–½ inch
• Seed Spacing: ⅛–¼ inch, scatter densely
• Thinning: Not required
• Days to Emerge: 3–8 days
• Days to Maturity: 10-15 days

Growing Notes:

• Attributes: Good for containers