If you enjoy attracting birds to your landscape, start Setaria seed to grow this ornamental foxtail grass. Yellow foxtail grass provides nutritious, palatable seeds that will attract both birds and small mammals. Foxtail Millet is often used for cutting and makes a great addition to flower arrangements with its dense, thick flower heads. If the flower heads are left to dry and ripen, this millet is highly attractive to wildlife from September through October.

SOWING

Sow outdoors: April - May
Height:  48 inches (120 cm)
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Depth: 1/4 inch (0.6 cm)
Plant Spacing: 18 inches (45 cm)
Ideal for: Beds & borders, cut flower, dry bouquets