DNRC Montana Conservation Seedling Nursery
Bluebunch Wheatgrass
Bluebunch Wheatgrass
Out of stock
*ORDERING QUANTITIES - our seedlings are sold in bulk*
10 - 27 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 24 (1 unit = 24 seedlings)
100 & 175 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 9 (1 unit = 9 seedlings)
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Elymus spicatus
Natural Habitat: Open dry plains and grasslands; rocky sites and steep slopes throughout Montana
Foliage: Large bunch grass with long, narrow leaves
Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Spread: 1 - 3 ft.
20-Year Height: 4 ft.
Elevation Range: 2,000 ft. - 8,000 ft.
Cold Hardiness: Zone 3 - 7
Wind Tolerance: High
Soil Preference: Medium to coarse-textured soils; loamy
Alkali/Saline Soil Tolerance: Moderate
Minimum Annual Precipitation: 10 in.
Drought Tolerance: High
Potential Pests/Disease: None significant
Deer Resistance: Low
Wildlife Value
- Preferred forage for a variety of big game
