Grass Varieties for North Dakota
Grasses for the Northern Plains – Cool Season
Establishing Native Grasses
Plant Materials for Salt-Affected Sites
Slender Wheatgrass
Perennial cool season native grass, quick to establish, productive, and palatable with a 3-4 year lifespan. Has some saline tolerance (Max Ph 6-8.5; EC 15-25), but needs at least 14 inches of rain per year, grows to 2.5 feet tall.
Recommended seeding rate of 5 to 5.5 pounds per acre. 1/2 inch seeding depth.
