Crested Wheatgrass
Description
Crested Wheatgrass is an introduced, cool season, perennial bunch grass. It has good seedling vigor and is long-lived; tolerant of drought, cold, and fire; and develops a deep, extensive root system. These qualities make it a good choice for reclamation and erosion control in the semi-arid west. Crested Wheatgrass also competes well against other aggressive introduced grasses but, because of this trait, it should not be used in mixes with native grasses. Although protein level drops off sharply as it cures, Crested Wheatgrass is palatable to livestock and also elk, antelope, and deer. It is adapted to elevations up to 9,000 feet and a wide variety of soil types.
Details
Type
Wheat Grass
Purpose
Reclamation, Erosion, and Browse/Forage
Latin Name
Reclamation, Erosion, and Browse/Forage
Zone
NA
Height
12 to 24 “
Cool/Warm
Cool
Sun/Shade Tolerance
1 – Very Sunny
Min. Precipitation
8 inches
Seeds Per Pound
265250
Planting Rate
5 to 12 lbs/acre
Native/Introduced
Introduced
Annual/Perrenial
Perennial
Growth Pattern
Bunch
Additional Information
Variety Release Sheet
NA
USDA Sheet
https://plants.sc.egov.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_agcr.pdf
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