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Psathyrostachys juncea Russian wildrye

Previous scientific name(s): Elymus junceus, Leymostachys korovinii

Formerly known as Elymus junceus. Cool-season, perennial bunchgrass with an extensively developed root system. Adapted to fertile, fine-textured soils. May be difficult to establish, but once established it is extremely drought tolerant. Starts growth in very early spring and, after ripening, produces abundant green forage throughout summer and fall. Excellent palatability to wildlife and livestock.

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Species Attributes

Height:

13 - 24 in.

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Introduced

Season:

Cool

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

8 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Average

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Average

Fine:

Marginal

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Average

Basic:

Average

Seeding Rate:

5 - 10 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

17.50 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

175,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Planting Season:

Fall

Varieties:

Bozoisky

Developed for vegetative vigor, leafiness, seed yield and seedling vigor. Proven to be significantly more vigorous and productive than Vinall. Winter hardy, drought resistant and widely adapted to western ranges. (Released 1984, source of ecotype: former USSR)

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Bozoisky II
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Swift

Adapted for gazing in the Canadian prairie and the northern Great Plains region of the U.S. Good curing qualities make it especially useful for late summer, fall and early winter grazing. Emerges from deeper plantings and develops larger and more vigorous plants in the establishment year than other Russian wildrye varieties. (Released 1978, source of ecotype: Canada)

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