Blue Grama

Blue grama is a native warm season, sod-forming, grows to 24 inches, drought-tolerant, tufted grass that spreads from basal tillers. It is found in the mixed-grass prairie and short-grass plains. Seed heads are comblike. It is widely distributed on medium- to fine-textured soils throughout the state. Does not tolerate shade or flooding. Although limited in forage production, its fine leaves are nutritious and highly palatable. Its primary use is in rangeland seed mixtures, low-maintenance turf areas and roadsides. A planting depth of 1/4 inch or less is critical for successful establishment. Used for low maintenance turf and reclamation. Does not get any taller than 24 inches, mixes well with Buffalograss, Western Wheatgrass, Green Needlegrass and Prairie Sandreed. Slow to establish and has a very low seeding rate.

Recommended seeding rate of 2 to 2 and a half pounds per acre. 1/4 to 1/2 inch seeding depth.