Previous scientific name(s): Aneurolepidium piperi, Elymus cinereus, Elymus cinereus var. pubens, Elymus condensatus var. pubens, Elymus piperi
Formerly known as Elymus cinereus. Robust, 4 to 6 ft. tall, cool season, perennial bunchgrass which often spreads by short rhizomes. Very drought tolerant but also withstands periodic flooding and survives well on sub-irrigated sites. Adapted to a wide variety of sites in winter-wet and summer-dry climates. Excellent soil binder and provides outstanding winter feed above snow level.
Contact Our Experts25 in. or taller
Bunchgrass
Native or Introduced:Native
Season:Cool
ft.
Precipitation:8 in.
Marginal
Moderately Coarse:Average
Medium:Best
Moderately Fine:Best
Fine:Average
Not Adapted
Neutral:Best
Basic:Average
Seeding Rate:6 - 11 PLS lbs/Acre
18.20 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:130,000
Germination Time:Days
Yes
Planting Season:Spring Fall
A very drought-hardy strain which is superior to other cultivars or native sources in productivity and stand longevity under dry, hot conditions. Survives in areas receiving as little as 6 inches of annual precipitation. (Released 1991, source of ecotype: Roundup, MT)
Very robust and productive, reaching heights over 8 ft. Cold hardy, long-lived and drought tolerant. Survives on alkaline sites and on sites with moderately high water tables. (Released 1979, source of ecotype: Saskatchewan, Canada)
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