Blue Wildrye
Elymus glaucus
Blue Wildrye is a large, cool-season, quick establishing, short-lived perennial bunch grass that is native to the northern half of North America. It grows from 2 to 6 feet tall, with thin, flat blue-green leaves, and vigorous roots. Good pioneer species, produces quick cover and self-perpetuating. Used for forage, forest plantings/cutover woodlands, and general reclamation.
Lifespan: annual or perennial
Season: cool
Uses: forage, pasture, wildlife
Native or Introduced: Native
Annual Average Precipitation: 14 inches
Field Seeding Rate (lbs/acre): 7 to 13
Turf Seeding Rate (lbs/1000 s.f.): n/a
Price: Based on Variety
Varieties:
| Variety: | Price: |
|---|---|
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Arlington Cert. |
$ 10.50 per PLS lb |
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Elkton |
$ 15.00 per PLS lb |
