Canada Wildrye Seed, Elymus canadensis Seed
Elymus canadensis

Canada Wildrye

Short-lived cool season bunchgrass; establishes quickly in disturbed areas; used for soil stabilization; provides food and cover for wildlife.

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General Product Information
  • Species:
    Canada Wildrye
  • Species Type:
    Native
  • Product Categories:
  • Characteristics:
    6"-8" long seedheads have 2 spikelets at each node that produce small grain seeds; year-round green foliage.
  • Habitat:
    Alluvial thickets, streambanks, meadows; establishes best in well-drained soils.
  • Life Cycle:
    Perennial
  • Bloom Period:
    June to October
  • Typical Height:
    3.8 ft
  • Minimum Root Depth:
    16 in
  • pH:
    5.0 – 7.9
Indicator Regions
  • Northcentral & Northeast:
    FACU
  • Midwest
    FACU
  • Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:
    FACU
  • Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain
    FAC
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Tolerances
  • Shade:
    Shade
  • Drought:
    Moderate
  • Salt:
    Moderate
Seed Information
  • Approximate seeds per lb:
    114,000
  • Seeding rate per acre in a mix:
    Up to 4 lb
  • Truax Seedbox:
    Fluffy
Included in mixes

$14.40/lb

Description

Use this formula with grain rye as a cover crop (from August 1st-February 15th). Mix formulations are subject to change wthout notice depending on the availability of existing and new products. While the formula may change, the guiding philosophy and function of the mix will not.

Additional information

BloomPeriodSrchTrm

Spring, Summer, Summer/Fall

ColorSearchTerms

Purple, Yellow

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LifeCycle
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