Canada Wildrye
Description
Canada Wildrye is a tall growing, coarse perennial bunch grass. Winter hardy, it grows well on many kinds of soil, but is especially adapted to sandy soils. Produces early spring grazing from vigorous seedlings. Canada Wildrye matures in the first or second year, ahead of other longer-lived prairie grasses and flowers.
Quick Facts
Tall growing, coarse perennial bunch
Winter hardy
Well adapted to many kinds of soil
Produces early spring grazing
Vigorous seedlings
Matures in the 1st or 2nd year
Beautiful curving seedheads
Buying details
Price (per lb)
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Seeding rate (PLS lbs per acre)
10 – 12 (alone)
2 – 3 (mixture)
Seeding date
April 1 – May 1
Germination Rate:
14 days
Estimated Life Expectancy:
10+ years