{"product_id":"setaria-italica-foxtail-millet","title":"Setaria italica | Foxtail Millet | Ornamental Grass | Cut \u0026 Dried Flower","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"226\"\u003eSetaria italica | Foxtail Millet | Ornamental Grass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"226\"\u003eFoxtail Millet | Ornamental Grass | Cut \u0026amp; Dried Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"584\" data-start=\"289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"308\" data-start=\"289\"\u003eSetaria italica\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as foxtail millet, is a highly decorative ornamental grass prized for its dense, fluffy seed heads. 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Seed heads can be harvested fresh or dried, retaining their shape and texture exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"973\" data-start=\"892\"\u003eA versatile and popular choice for gardeners, flower farmers, and florists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"992\" data-start=\"975\"\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1020\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eAnnual ornamental grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1065\" data-start=\"1023\"\u003eDense, compact foxtail-shaped seed heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1107\" data-start=\"1068\"\u003eExcellent for fresh and dried flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"1110\"\u003eEasy to grow and highly productive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1205\" data-start=\"1149\"\u003eSuitable for garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"896\" data-start=\"879\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"936\" data-start=\"899\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"899\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"936\" data-start=\"919\"\u003eSetaria italica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"972\" data-start=\"939\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"939\"\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foxtail Millet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1016\" data-start=\"975\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"990\" data-start=\"975\"\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual ornamental grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"1019\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1036\" data-start=\"1019\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1089\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1071\" data-start=\"1061\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold seed heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1107\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1594\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1480\" data-start=\"1459\"\u003eLight preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1116\" data-start=\"1092\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays To Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70 - 80 days \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eDays to germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–14 days at 21°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eLight preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (best seed head formation in full sun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any ordinary, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2–1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eSowing options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eDirect sow (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eSow seeds 1\/8\" (approx. 3 mm) deep after danger of frost has passed. Cover lightly with soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003eIndoor sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eSow 4–6 weeks before last frost. Surface sow onto moist, well-drained seed compost and lightly cover. Ideal temperature: 15–20°C. Germination takes approximately 2–4 weeks. Grow on at cooler temperatures (around 15°C), harden off, and plant out after frost risk has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eHarvest stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully formed seed heads, before they become fluffy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent cut flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2069\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eIdeal for dried arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003ePerfect for naturalistic and meadow-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eSuitable for container planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2200\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eCultivation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2335\"\u003eCut back old foliage in spring as new growth appears. Plants may self-seed freely under favorable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eSeeds can be sown in small groups to create natural-looking clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"therapyofflowers.com","offers":[{"title":"1 gram \/ Grown as an annual \/ 45–60 cm","offer_id":52669755359575,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0754\/9275\/3751\/files\/IMG-3110.png?v=1770060099","url":"https:\/\/www.therapyofflowers.com\/ru\/products\/setaria-italica-foxtail-millet","provider":"therapyofflowers.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}