Sorghastrum nutans, VA Ecotype
Indiangrass, VA Ecotype
Good for erosion control, landscaping and roadside beautification; provides food and cover for wildlife.
General Product Information:
Item Number: SORNUT11
Species Type: Native
Product Categories:
Biomass, Erosion Control & Revegetation, Grasses & Grass-like Species, Uplands & Meadows, Wildlife Habitat & Food Plots
Classification: Herbaceous Perennial
Characteristics: An attractive warm season bunchgrass; bronze seedheads.
Habitat: Moist or dry fields, roadsides, serpentine barrens; grows best in deep well-drained soils.
Bloom Period: August to October in New England, Mid-Atlantic and upper Midwest states; September to October in southeastern states
Foliage Color: Green
Height: Up to 8.1 Ft
Minimum Root Depth: 24 in
pH: 4.8 – 8.0
Indicator Regions (view map & key):
Northcentral & Northeast: FACU
Midwest: FACU
Eastern Mountains and Piedmont: FACU
Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain: FACU
Tolerances:
Shade: Full Sun
Drought: Moderate
Salt: Moderate
Seed Information:
Approximate seeds per lb: 175,000
Seeding Rate: When used as part of a mix, ensure that the mix consists of not less than 1.0% and not more than 50.0% of the total.
Truax Seedbox: Fluffy
