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Pseudoroegneria spicata ssp. inermis Beardless bluebunch wheatgrass

Previous scientific name(s): Agropyron spicatum var. inerme

Formerly known as Agropyron inerme. Cool season, long-lived perennial, open sod-forming drought tolerant grass adapted to a wide variety of sites but intolerant of poor drainage, high water tables, and spring flooding. Starts growth early in spring and has relatively short life cycle but renews growth in early fall. Moderately good palatability to livestock and wildlife year-round.

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Species Attributes

Height:

13 - 24 in.

Life Form:

Bunchgrass

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Cool

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

10 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Average

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Average

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Marginal

Seeding Rate:

6 - 12 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

20.30 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

117,000

Germination Time:

Days

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Planting Season:

Spring Fall

Varieties:

Whitmar

Selected for superior productivity, longevity, forage quality, and for spring and fall recovery. (Released 1946, source of ecotype: Whitman County, WA)

Variety Release Notes:
AGIN2-Whitmar.pdf
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