Previous scientific name(s): Agropyron dasystachyum ssp. psammophilum, Agropyron dasystachyum var. psammophilum, Agropyron psammophilum, Elytrigia
 
Formerly known as Agropyron riparium. Cool season, drought-tolerant, strongly rhizomatous, perennial sod-former similar to ssp. lanceolatus but occupies slightly wetter sites and is more productive in slightly heavier soils. Also, not as palatable as ssp. lanceolatus.
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Sodformer
Native or Introduced:Native
Season:Cool
ft.
Precipitation:6 - 8 in.
Not Adapted
Moderately Coarse:Marginal
Medium:Best
Moderately Fine:Best
Fine:Average
Not Adapted
Neutral:Best
Basic:Average
Seeding Rate:6 - 11 PLS lbs/Acre
18.60 lbs.
Seeds per Pound:156,000
Germination Time:Days
Yes
Planting Season:Spring Fall
Drought resistant, strongly rhizomatous grass with excellent seedling vigor. Used for erosion control and for low-maintenance turf. (Released 1968, source of ecotype: Grant County, OR)
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