Canary Grass Seeds (Phalaris canariensis)

Canary Grass is a fast-growing annual grass valued both as an ornamental plant and as a seed source for cage birds such as canaries, finches, and budgerigars. With its upright stems and dense, oval-shaped seed heads, it adds texture to gardens and is especially popular for wildlife plots and dried floral arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Produces dense, oval-shaped seed heads attractive in borders and dried bouquets

• Seeds are highly nutritious, making it an excellent choice for bird feed

• Quick and easy to grow, even for beginners

• Thrives in most soils with minimal care

Key Features

• Botanical name: Phalaris canariensis

• Common name: Canary Grass

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–120 cm tall, 20–40 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering/Seeding period: Summer to early autumn

• Lifespan: Annual grass

Ideal For

• Bird seed production (canaries, finches, budgerigars)

• Ornamental borders

• Fresh and dried floral arrangements

• Wildlife-friendly gardens

• Agricultural use as a grain crop

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May outdoors after frost, or under cover earlier for transplanting

2. How to sow:

   • Sow directly into prepared soil in a sunny location

   • Cover lightly with soil (0.5–1 cm deep)

   • Water gently to keep soil moist until germination (7–14 days)

3. Spacing: Thin or transplant seedlings 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Requires little maintenance; thrives in sun and tolerates a range of soils