Cool season, short-lived, perennial bunchgrass closely related to Idaho fescue (F. idahoensis). Drought tolerant, shallow rooted species that often occurs on dry to moist well-drained woodlands, rocky slopes and along stream banks. Quick and reliable germinator with excellent erosion control potential. Good palatability but low productivity; fair seed producer.

DISTRIBUTION / ADAPTATION

INFORMATION & ATTRIBUTES

Family: Poaceae

Duration: Perennial, short-lived

Growth Habit: Graminoid

Native Status: Native

Season: Cool

Growth Form: Bunchgrass

Mature Height: 36 in.

Annual Precipitation: 14+in.

Drought Tolerance: High

Shade Tolerance: Tolerant

Elevation:

Wetland Indicator Status:

Fire Resistance: No

Fire Tolerance:

SOIL ADAPTATION

Coarse Texture: Yes

Medium Texture: Yes

Fine Texture: No

Salinity Tolerance: None

CaCO3 Tolerance: Low

pH Range: 6.0-7.5

SEEDING NOTES

Seeds per Pound: 336,000

Seeding Rate: 4-6 PLS lbs/acre

Season: Spring/Fall

Days to Germination: