Elymus canadensis

Also Known As

Canada Wild Rye

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 4'-5'
W: 1'

planting zones

2a-9b

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Elymus canadensis plant details

Elymus canadensis is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Features grassy texture. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Elymus canadensis

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Elymus canadensis

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fastest growing of the prairie grasses, this makes an excellent native nurse crop for prairie seedings. Seeded at a rate of two to three pounds per acre with a prairie seed mix, it matures in the first or second year while other prairie grasses and flowers are still developing. The beautiful curving seedheads resemble cultivated rye. Grows on practically any soil, including bare sand, gravel and raw clay subsoil. Hardy to Zones 2 - 9.