Previous scientific name(s): Bromus breviaristatus, Bromus carinatus var. linearis, Bromus marginatus var. breviaristatus, Bromus marginatus var.
Cool season, short-lived perennial bunchgrass, adapted to a wide spectrum of relatively moist soils including thin, infertile sites, but is intolerant of high water tables. Establishes quickly and easily on disturbed sites. Common on foothills and mountain valleys and has good shade tolerance. Good palatability to livestock and wildlife. Performs well at high elevations.
Contact Our Experts25 in. or taller
Bunchgrass
Native or Introduced:Native
Season:Cool
ft.
Precipitation:10 in.
Not Adapted
Moderately Coarse:Marginal
Medium:Best
Moderately Fine:Best
Fine:Marginal
Not Adapted
Neutral:Best
Basic:Marginal
Seeding Rate:12 - 19 PLS lbs/Acre
21.80 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:64,000
Germination Time:Days
Yes
Planting Season:Spring Summer
A tall, leafy, late-maturing strain which yields abundant forage and heavy seed. Used in mixtures throughout the western U.S. on upland or montane sites. (Released 1946, source of ecotype: Pullman, WA)
Developed for it’s head smut resistance, longevity, ease of establishment and productivity of both forage and seed. Exhibits better overall vigor and longevity than Bromar. Very winter hardy. (Released 2000, source of ecotype: Granite County, MT)
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