Previous scientific name(s): Elymus giganteus
Fomerly known as Elymus giganteus. Tall, cool season rhizomatous perennial sod-former occurring on coarse textured, well-drained sites. Poor forage value, but outstanding for erosion control on dunes and other blowout areas.
Contact Our Experts13 - 25 in. or taller
Sodformer
Native or Introduced:Introduced
Season:Cool
ft.
Precipitation:7 in.
Best
Moderately Coarse:Average
Medium:Marginal
Moderately Fine:Not Adapted
Fine:Not Adapted
Not Adapted
Neutral:Best
Basic:Average
Seeding Rate:8 - 15 PLS lbs/Acre
16.50 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:100,000
Germination Time:Days
Yes
Planting Season:Spring Fall
A tall, creeping variety which is coarse and essentially nonpalatable to livestock. Provides a vigorous, permanent cover for sand dunes. (Released 1949, source of ecotype: Volga region, USSR)
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