Drought and Erosion Resistant

Our Indian native grass seed, including native grass seed and ornamental grass seed varieties, is renowned for its exceptional drought and erosion resistance. Once established, it forms deep roots that effectively anchor soil, reducing erosion and conserving moisture. This makes it an ideal choice for areas prone to dry conditions, ensuring a robust and resilient landscape.

Colorful Seasonal Display

Plant our Indian grass seed for a vibrant, colorful display throughout the seasons. This grass transforms your landscape with hues that shift from green to striking gold and bronze as the year progresses. Its dynamic color changes add visual interest and appeal, making it a stunning addition to any garden or natural area, providing an ever-changing tapestry of color.

Wildlife and Livestock Friendly

Our Indian native grass creates a habitat that supports both wildlife and livestock. It provides excellent forage for grazing animals and serves as a haven for various wildlife species. Birds, insects, and small mammals thrive in its dense cover, while livestock benefit from its nutritious and palatable growth, making it a versatile addition to any pasture or natural habitat.

Full Sun

For optimal growth, plant our Indian Grass Seed in areas that receive full sun. This grass flourishes under direct sunlight, developing strong stems and lush foliage. By planting it in sunlit locations, you ensure vigorous growth and a healthy, thriving landscape. Its preference for full sun makes it an excellent choice for open fields, meadows, and sunny garden spots.

Indian Grass (Sorghastrum nutans) - Start Indian Grass seed for this versatile, perennial, prairie grass. Indiangrass is a beautiful, clumping, native grass of medium color, turning to a showy yellow to bronze color in the fall. It will normally retain some color throughout the winter. At one time Indian Grass grew throughout the prairies of central and eastern United States. It grows best in deep, well-drained floodplain soils but is highly tolerant of poorly to excessively well-drained soils, acid to alkaline conditions, and textures ranging from sand to clay. In good soils this native grass can get up to 6 - 7 feet tall, but 3 - 5 feet tall is more normal.

Indian Grass has many uses. It is very palatable for livestock in its active growing season and provides an excellent wild life habitat. Since it is very tolerant of poor soils, it can be used for erosion control in many areas where other plants won't thrive. Native prairie grasses are often used for landscaping as an ornamental grass, a border plant, or used alone or combined with other native grasses, such as the bluestem grasses, to create a meadow look or even combined with wildflowers.

How To Grow Indian Grass Seed: Fresh native grass seed may be sown in the fall and expected to sprout when the soil warms up in the spring, or firmly planted 0.25 in deep in early spring. It should not be mowed or grazed at all the first year.

8 - 12 PLS lbs per acre or 1/2 - 1 PLS lb per 1000 square feet for ornamental plantings.

PLS pounds - Pure Live Seed, or PLS, is the percentage of viable seed in a given lot. It is calculated by multiplying the purity percentage by the total germination percentage. For example, 95% purity multiplied by 85% total germination equals a 80.75% PLS. This means that out of every bulk pound of that bag of native grass seed that you plant, 80.75% of it is actually seed of that tagged variety and has the potential to germinate. Weights listed are bulk pounds.

Drought Tolerant

This Southwest native grass seed mix is designed to thrive in arid environments, with grasses like Blue Grama and Indian Ricegrass that have deep root systems. These grasses access moisture from deep in the soil, making them highly drought tolerant. Ideal for xeriscaping, this mix conserves water while maintaining lush growth.

Versatile Planting Range

Our Native grass mix is highly versatile, suitable for planting across USDA zones 7-10, covering southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, and western Texas. It thrives in both full sun and partial shade, adapting well to various soil conditions, making it perfect for diverse landscaping needs.

Low Maintenance

This native grass seed mix is low maintenance, requiring minimal watering and care once established. Its perennial nature and deep-rooted species like Sideoats Grama and Alkali Sacaton reduce the need for frequent reseeding, making it a responsible choice for busy gardeners and landscapers.

Full Sun to Partial Shade

The Southwest Native Grass Seed Mix thrives in both full sun and partial shade environments, making it adaptable to different light conditions. Grasses like Sand Dropseed and Blue Grama are naturally suited to these conditions, ensuring strong growth whether planted in open fields or under light tree cover.

This drought tolerant native grass seed mixture of warm and cool-season grasses grows to a height of 12 to 36 inches. It may be planted alone or with a mixture of wildflowers. Great to use for xeriscape landscaping where water conservation is desired.

This mixture contains:

• Sideoats Grama
• Indian Ricegrass
• Blue Grama
• Alkali Sacaton
• Sand Dropseed

• 1/2 lbs/1,000 square feet
• 4 lbs./acre when planting with wildflowers
• 8 lbs./acre grass mix only

Planting times: the best time to plant grass mix is late spring to mid-summer. Plant in late spring or early summer if seeding with wildflowers.
Planting range: southern ¼ of California, Arizona, New Mexico (except extreme eastern edge) and the western tip of Texas.

Drought and Cold Tolerant

These perennial grass seeds have evolved in the harsh climates of the Great Plains, making them naturally resilient to both extreme temperatures and limited water availability. It is drought and cold tolerant due to its deep-rooted species which access water deep in the soil, and their ability to go dormant during dry or cold periods, minimizing water needs and protecting against frost damage.

Dense, Matted Turf

Our xeriscape native prairie grass seed mix forms a dense, matted turf ideal for lawns due to the growth habits of Buffalo Grass and Blue Grama. Buffalo Grass spreads rapidly through surface runners, creating a thick, interwoven network that covers the ground evenly. Blue Grama complements this by growing in compact, tufted clumps, and contributing to the overall density.

Low Maintenance

This bulk grass seed is low maintenance because it requires minimal watering, thrives in poor soil conditions, helps suppress invasive plants and naturally resists unwanted insects and plant sickness. Additionally, its slow growth reduces the need for frequent mowing, and the grasses' drought tolerance means they can survive with little care, even in harsh environments.

Full Sun to Partial Shade

These grasses have evolved to maximize photosynthesis in full sun, while their deep root systems and drought tolerance allow them to sustain growth in partial shade, where water and light availability might be lower. This adaptability makes them versatile and resilient across various light conditions, ensuring they remain robust and healthy even in fluctuating environmental factors.

Xeriscape Native Prairie Grass mix for the Xeriscape growing area of US (See map) is a drought-resistant alternative to conventional lawns. This mixture was developed and blended for use for Rangeland, Ornamental and Ecological purposes (Wildlife, etc.) rather than for fast stabilization of soils.

Usage Area: For Xeriscape / Dryer soil areas of US (see map). Suitable for elevations below 6,000 ft.
Height: 6 - 12 inches.

Mixture Varieties Include: Buffalo, Blue Grama, and Sheeps Fescue

Buffalo grass is a fine-leaved, native, sod-forming, warm-season, drought tolerant perennial and is the dominant species on the short-grass region of the central Great Plains. Generally, it grows 4 to 8 inches high and produces leaves less than 1/8 inch wide and 3 to 6 inches long. It spreads rapidly by surface runners and forms a dense, matted turf (great for lawns).

Buffalo grass provides good grazing for livestock. Its palatability, prevalence, and adaptation to a wide range of soil and climatic conditions make it an important forage species of the Great Plains where it is considered a native grass. Growth begins in mid spring and continues through the summer.

Buffalo grass withstands long, heavy grazing better than any other native grass on ranges consistently subjected to severe use. It often survives as a nearly pure stand. Because of its excellent ground cover, ability to spread under use, wide climatic adaptation, and relative ease of establishment, Buffalo grass is ideally suited for erosion control on range and pasturelands.  Probably the most popular of the low growing native grasses.

Blue Grama is a short growing, long-lived, warm-season, drought tolerant native perennial grass that grows throughout the Great Plains. The leaves are 3 to 6 inches long and less than 1/4 inch wide.

Blue grama is found on most soil types, including alkaline soils, but is most abundant on the heavier, upland soils. Its capacity to resist drought permits it to occupy the drier areas throughout its range of adaptation.

Growth begins fairly late in the season and depends on how much moisture is available. The forage is relished by all classes of livestock. Growth ceases during long droughts, but begins again upon the return of favorable moisture and temperature. Because of its wide distribution, high quality, hardiness, and growth habits, it is one of our most important range species. Under heavy grazing, blue grama often persists in nearly pure stands after the associated grasses disappear. Blue grama is readily established from native grass seed and is now used in low maintenance lawns.

PLS pounds: Pure Live Seed, or PLS, is the percentage of viable seed in a given lot. It is calculated by multiplying the purity percentage by the total germination percentage. Multiply the purity percentage by the germination percentage. For example, 95% purity multiplied by 85% total germination equals a 80.75% PLS. This means that out of every bulk pound of that bag of native grass seed that you plant, 80.75% of it is actually seed of that tagged variety and has the potential to germinate. Weights listed are bulk pounds.

• Seeding rate: 3 - 4 lbs per 1000 square feet for lawns or ornamental plantings.
• Seeding date: When sustained soil temperature reaches 60 degrees and minimum of 8 - 12 weeks before frost

Adaptable to Various Soils

Little Bluestem is adaptable to a wide range of soils because of its ability to thrive in well-drained, medium to dry, and even infertile soils. It has a deep root system that allows it to access moisture from deeper soil layers, which helps it survive in poor or sandy soils. Its tolerance to varying pH levels, particularly slightly acidic to neutral soils, and its ability to grow in thin, upland sites contribute to its adaptability across diverse environments.

Nutritional Forage

This native prairie grass is a moderately nutritious forage species that is well-suited for grazing by livestock, deer, and elk. This grass is favored by a variety of animals due to its palatable nature and the nutritional benefits it offers. Farmers and ranchers often rely on Little Bluestem as a grazing resource for their herds because it can sustain and nourish different types of grazing animals effectively.

Erosion control

Little Bluestem is excellent for erosion control because its deep and dense root system anchors the soil, preventing it from being easily eroded. Its resilience in thin, upland soils and drought conditions further enhances its effectiveness in stabilizing soil in challenging areas. Additionally, its ability to grow in a variety of poor soil types makes it a versatile choice for erosion-prone landscapes.

Improve Drought Tolerance

Little Bluestem's drought tolerance is primarily due to its deep root system, which allows it to access moisture from deeper soil layers. Additionally, its narrow leaves reduce water loss through evaporation, and its ability to go dormant during extended dry periods helps it conserve resources and survive in low-water conditions.

Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) - Little Bluestem grass seed easily grows to produce one of the most popular drought tolerant ornamental grasses on the market today, and it is widely used in xeriscape landscaping. Little Bluestem native grass is often used in wildflower plantings because it is short and mixes well with wildflowers for increased attraction. This native prairie grass has a wide range of colors which are various shades of blue and green hues. These colors turn to a striking bright red in fall and are are topped by fluffy silvery-white seed stalks. Little Bluestem ornamental grass can reach heights of two to four feet tall and a patch of this waving in the wind is truly a wonderful sight for your landscape.

Little Bluestem is a vigorous, long-lived native bunch grass, widely distributed over the United States; but most prevalent in the Central and Southern Great Plains. It is usually found associated with Big Bluestem native grass. It is more drought resistant that Big Bluestem, and a smaller plant - usually not reaching much over 3 feet. The leaves are up to 8 inches long, and not over 0.25 inch wide. It furnishes dependable grazing and cured hay, but is not highly palatable. It is especially valuable for erosion control.

8 - 12 PLS lbs per acre or 1/2 - 1 PLS lb per 1000 square feet for ornamental plantings.

PLS pounds - Pure Live Seed, or PLS, is the percentage of viable seed in a given lot. It is calculated by multiplying the purity percentage by the total germination percentage. For example, 95% purity multiplied by 85% total germination equals a 80.75% PLS. This means that out of every bulk pound of that bag of native grass seed that you plant, 80.75% of it is actually seed of that tagged variety and has the potential to germinate. Weights listed are bulk pounds.

Type: Perennial
Mature Height: 1 1/2 - 3 feet
Soil Type: Tolerate poor soil
Mature Spread: 2 - 2 1/2 feet
Flower Color: Tan
Mature Form: Upright - Clump
Foliage Color: Silver Green
Growth Rate: Moderate
Fall Color: Orange/Red
Sun Exposure: Partial sun
Moisture Requirements: Adaptable to dry
Zones: 3 - 10

Pasture/range/hayland: Little Bluestem is a fair forage species and is readily grazed by livestock, deer, and elk. It is also suitable for hay.

Erosion control: Because of its growth habit and adaptability to a wide range of soil conditions, Little Bluestem native grass is useful as a component of re-vegetation mixes that use native grasses. It is especially well-suited for use on thin upland range sites.

Wildlife: Little Bluestem seed is eaten by songbirds and upland game birds. The plant provides cover for ground birds and small mammals.

Landscaping: With its blue-green leaves during the growing season and attractive rusty color with white fluffy seed heads in the fall, Little Bluestem is useful in ornamental plantings.

Little Bluestem is one of the most widely distributed native grasses in North America. It will grow on a wide variety of soils but is very well adapted to well-drained, medium to dry, infertile soils. The plant has excellent drought and fair shade tolerance, and fair to poor flood tolerance. It grows preferentially on sites with pH 6.0 and slightly higher. Little Bluestem is distributed throughout the United States.

Little Bluestem native grass seed should be seeded as early in the spring as possible. Where no-till is used due to slope, stoniness, or other reasons, sod control should be performed in the fall to permit early spring planting. The seeding rate for establishing a pure stand with broadcast or no-till methods should be 8 to 12 pounds PLS per acre. When drills are used to plant, debearded seed must be utilized unless the drill has a chaffy seed box. When the seed is broadcast, a packer should be utilized to firm the seedbed and incorporate the seed 1/4 inch. No nitrogen fertilizer should be applied during the establishment year unless no weed competition is expected. If pH is below 5.5, lime is recommended during site preparation or the fall prior to no-till plantings.

For critical area seeding, the preferred method of planting is drilling, but if this is not possible, an acceptable alternative method is broadcasting the seed (typically in a mix with other warm season native grasses) and ‘tracking’ it in with a bulldozer. The dozer moves up and down slope, off-setting each pass until the entire area is covered with tracks. Seedings should be made as early as possible in the spring on sands and gravels, without mulching. Moderate levels of N, P, and K are sufficient for establishment, and soil pH should be 5.5 to 6.0. Cultipacker-type planters are not suitable for this species.

Control of competition is necessary for successful stand establishment. High mowing (above the bluestem seedlings) is a common method of weed control. Once established, poor stands can be rehabilitated by using proper management practices, such as controlled grazing, application of recommended rates of herbicides and fertilizer, and prescribed spring burning, where permitted.

Do not graze a forage planting of native grasses during the year of establishment. During subsequent growing seasons, harvesting by controlled grazing or haying is possible on good stands. Do not remove more than 50% of the current year’s growth from plants. No cropping should occur below 8 inches or within 1 month of anticipated frosts. Grazing of competing cool season grasses after frost in the fall and before the Little Bluestem is 1 inch tall in the spring is desirable.

Little Bluestem is a medium height grass with coarse stems. As a warm season native grass it begins growth in late spring and continues through the hot summer period until the first killing frost. Little Bluestem has very flat bluish basal shoots. Plants are green, but often purplish at base of stem and the entire plant has a reddish cast after frost. Leaves are smooth, but frequently are covered with hair at the base next to the sheath. Leaves tend to fold with maturity. Seed head clusters about three inches long. The cluster stems are hairy. Plant height varies from 18 inches on droughty sites to 3 feet on deep, fertile soils. There are approximately 255,000 seeds per pound of this native grass. 

Native and Adaptable

Our drought-tolerant grass seed thrives in lawns, pastures, and erosion control areas, adapting to dry climates and fodder systems. It provides lush ground cover and is ideal for chicken feed and overseeding. With minimal maintenance, it ensures healthy, resilient growth year after year.

Low Maintenance Turf

This low-maintenance ground cover seed thrives in lawns and pastures, requiring minimal water and upkeep. It adapts to dry climates, making it ideal for fodder systems and farming. With dense growth and deep roots, it ensures resilient coverage and supports sprouting seeds year-round.

Excellent Erosion Control

Our deep-rooted grass provides strong soil stability, making it ideal for lawns and winter pasture seed. It helps reduce runoff and supports wheat seeds for planting and fodder systems. With dense growth, it protects against soil loss, ensuring long-lasting land resilience in diverse climates.

USDA Zones: 4 - 10

Our hardy grass thrives in USDA Zones 4-10, adapting to cold winters and warm summers for year-round growth. It withstands temperature extremes and requires minimal upkeep, making it ideal for varied climates. With strong resilience, it ensures lush coverage in diverse conditions.

Bad River blue grama demonstrates good drought, fair salinity, and moderate alkalinity tolerances. In its dormant state, it will also tolerate burning. Blue grama will not tolerate dense shade, flooding, a high water table, or acid soils. This native grass is a densely tufted, perennial, warm-season, native short grass distributed throughout the Great Plains and Southwest. It is found on open plains and rocky slopes. It is best adapted to medium and fine textured, relatively deep soils of rolling uplands.

Blue grama is suitable for mixtures of grasses used in erosion control, low maintenance turf plantings, and surface mine revegetation. Establishment, as with all native grasses, proper ground preparation is one of the most important considerations. The seedbed should be firm but not solid; cultivation to kill the roots of cool-season grasses is essential. Planting may be done by either drilling or broadcasting, with the seed being sown no more than 1/4 inch.

Blue Grama may be confused with buffalograss, with which it grows, but blue grama lacks the creeping stolons of buffalograss. In short grass sod, it frequently is the primary dominant. Reproduction of blue grama is primarily by seed and short rhizomes. It spreads outward slowly from parent plants by tillering, frequently creating a sod appearance. Bad River ecotype does not differ significantly from the general taxonomic description of blue grama. Its leaf blades are 1 to 6 inches long, light to medium green, curled, with prominent veins (above and below) and rolled at emergence. Most of the curly leaves are at the base of the plant. The inflorescence is a panicle with 1 to 3 spicate primary branches. This is a very popular native grass used in both lawns and pastures.

• Very tolerant of drought, heat, cold, and most soils including sandy and finer soils
• Requires very little maintenance.
• Moderate durability
• Mixes well with Buffalo grass
• Survives wide temperature fluctuations

• 8 - 12 PLS lbs per acre or 1/2 - 1 PLS lb per 1000 square feet for lawns or ornamental plantings.
• Seeding date: When sustained soil temperature reaches 60 degrees and minimum of 8 - 12 weeks before frost

PLS pounds: Pure Live Seed, or PLS, is the percentage of viable seed in a given lot. It is calculated by multiplying the purity percentage by the total germination percentage. Multiply the purity percentage by the germination percentage. For example, 95% purity multiplied by 85% total germination equals a 80.75% PLS. This means that out of every bulk pound of that bag of native grass seed that you plant, 80.75% of it is actually seed of that tagged variety and has the potential to germinate. Weights listed are bulk pounds.

Ornamental Appeal

With its silvery-blue foliage and striking reddish-copper fall color, this grass is perfect for creating a stunning xeriscape landscape. The plant's purplish flower spikes add additional interest from late summer through early fall. Its height, which can reach up to 7 feet, and its upright, clump-forming habit make it an excellent choice for adding vertical interest and texture to gardens, borders, and naturalistic landscapes.

Wildlife Habitat

Big Bluestem is an excellent wildlife habitat since its height and clumping nature provide shelter and nesting sites for birds, including ground-nesting species like prairie chickens. The grass's seeds foliage is grazed by larger animals like deer and bison. Additionally, the dense cover it offers helps protect small mammals and insects from predators and harsh weather, making it a vital component of a thriving, biodiverse ecosystem.

Erosion Control

Our big blue stem grass seeds is excellent for erosion control with its deep root system that stabilizes soil. Its deep and extensive root system, which can extend up to 10 feet deep into the soil, help stabilize the soil, reducing erosion by holding the soil firmly in place, even on slopes or in areas prone to wind and water erosion. The plant's rhizomes create a network that further anchors the soil and prevents it from washing away.

Full Sun to Partial Shade

This full sun grass seed's strong photosynthetic efficiency allows it to grow well in full sun, where it can reach its maximum height and produce its vibrant colors. However, it can also tolerate partial shade, making it versatile enough for various landscape settings. This adaptability to different light conditions enhances its ornamental appeal and ensures its success in diverse environments.

Big Bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) - Drough tolerant Big Bluestem grass seeds can produce a versatile and attractive grass. It is a native grass and is a warm season perennial grass which has an attractive reddish-copper color in fall and can help create a beautiful xeriscape landscape. In fact, some use it specifically as an ornamental grass. It blooms from June through September. In late summer, purplish flower spikes form. Big Bluestem is the most prevalent and widely distributed of all prairie grasses which can grow 4 to 7 feet tall.

Big Bluestem has tall and slender stems that are blue-green in the summer. The hairy blades, which can get to be 12 inches long and 1/2 inch wide, will get a red tinge on the leaves as they get older, and turn reddish copper in the fall. Big Bluestem grasses are excellent native grasses for xeriscape landscaping and can be grown in pots or in the flower beds. It is a very attractive grass which works well as an accent plant or in mass plantings where water conservation is desired.

8 - 12 PLS lbs per acre or 1/2 - 1 PLS lb per 1000 square feet for ornamental plantings.

PLS pounds - Pure Live Seed, or PLS, is the percentage of viable seed in a given lot. It is calculated by multiplying the purity percentage by the total germination percentage. For example, 95% purity multiplied by 85% total germination equals a 80.75% PLS. This means that out of every bulk pound of that bag of native grass seed that you plant, 80.75% of it is actually seed of that tagged variety and has the potential to germinate. Weights listed are bulk pounds.

Type: Perennial
Mature Height: 4 - 7 feet
Soil Type: Well drained
Mature Spread: 2 - 3 feet
Flower Color: Purplish
Mature Form: Upright - Clump
Foliage Color: Silvery-blue
Growth Rate: Moderate
Fall Color: Reddish copper
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Moisture Requirements: Adaptable to dry
Zones: 4 - 9

Conservation: Andropogon gerardii Big Bluestem is the dominant native grass species of the Midwestern tallgrass prairie. It is mixed with other native prairie grasses for prairie restoration and highway re-vegetation or mixed with wildflowers. If mixing with wildflowers, it should be mixed with tall wildflower species; otherwise, the Big Blustem will dominate. While it does best in moist soils, it can be used for mine reclamation, logging road restoration and other restoration areas that have sandy or droughty conditions.

Erosion Control: Big Bluestem is planted to stabilize soil. Rhizomes (underground roots that form runners) are typically 1 to 2 inches below the soil surface, while the main roots can extend downward to 10 feet. Big Bluestem is also planted to provide aboveground protection against wind erosion.

Forage: Big Bluestem is a high quality forage species for all classes of livestock. Crude protein content of 16-18% is maintained from May through August but drops below 6% in September and October. It is often cultivated as a pasture grass and for hay-making. Big Bluestem can withstand substantial grazing. However, if this native grass is continually grazed closer than 6 to 8 inches, it will be out competed by other grass species. It is highly palatable to livestock during spring and summer and becomes coarse and less palatable during the fall and winter. Hay should be mowed in early to mid-summer to maintain high nutrition quality.

Landscaping: Big Bluestem is used in wildflower meadows and prairie plantings. It is also effective as a rear border or accent in native plant gardens. Big Bluestem ornamental grass is very showy and appealing.

Wildlife: Big Bluestem provides shelter for nesting birds and insects. Songbirds and prairie chickens consume the seeds while white-tailed deer and bison graze vegetative parts.

Big Bluestem is native to the United States. It occurs in southern Canada, from Maine to Montana, south to Florida and New Mexico and into Mexico. It is found in open woods, prairies, meadows, along riverbanks, and roadsides. It is especially abundant in lowland prairies, overflow sites, and sandy areas.

The USDA hardiness zones for Big Bluestem are 4 to 9. It is best adapted to moist, sandy or clay loams but also occurs in dry or shallow soils. It does well in full sun or partial shade. Prairie conditions, like low nutrient and moisture content, have conditioned many native grasses for use in well-drained soil with low fertility. It is not tolerant of heavy clays, extremely wet bottomlands, deep sands, high salinity, or high lime. Big Bluestem is generally shorter in the northern portion of its range, and taller in the southern portion of its range. It is a rhizomatous, sod-forming grass in the tall grass prairie and has a bunch grass appearance in more arid regions.

Fill germination trays and pots with moist soil or broadcast the native grass seed over the desired planting area. Sow the native grass seeds by hand, covering with a thin layer of soil. Keep soil evenly moist during germination and do not use fertilizer. The ornamental grass seeds can be sown directly outside from late winter to late spring. Emergence will occur in in 3 to 4 weeks depending on adequate moisture and soil temperatures. Plants will be ready for harvest in mid-summer to late fall. First-season growth is often slow. Rhizomatic regeneration in following years increases the growth rate.

Native and Adaptable

Outsidepride Northeast Native Grass Seed Mix is specifically designed to thrive in the varied climates of the northeastern United States. It is well-suited to the region's climate and soil conditions due to its composition of indigenous grasses that are drought-tolerant and adapted to USDA Zones 3 - 7.

Pollinator Mix Potential

Our Northeast Native grass seed is an excellent choice for creating a pollinator-friendly habitat. This mix includes species like little bluestem and Virginia wild rye that attract bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators. Planting our mix not only enhances local ecosystems but also supports the health and diversity of pollinator populations.

Excellent erosion control

This grass seed mix is ideal for effective erosion control. The deep-rooted species in this mix help stabilize soil and prevent erosion on slopes and other vulnerable areas. By establishing a dense and hardy ground cover, you can protect your land from wind and water erosion, ensuring long-term soil health and landscape integrity.

Supports Local Wildlife

Our grass seed mix supports local wildlife by providing essential habitat and food sources. The native grasses and wildflowers included in this mix offer shelter and nutrition for birds, mammals, and insects. By planting our mix, you create a welcoming environment that promotes biodiversity and supports thriving animal populations.

This drought tolerant Northeast Native Prairie Grass mixture of warm and cool-season grasses grows to a height of 24 to 48 inches. It may be planted alone or with a mixture of wildflowers. Plant where water conservation and xeriscape landscaping are desired.

This mixture contains:

• 34% Virginia Wildrye - Elymus vifginicus
• 30% Canada Wildrye - Elymus canadensis
• 17% Indiangrass - Sorghastrum nutans
• 15% Little Bluestem - Schizachyrium scoparium
•   4% Switchgrass - Panicum virgatum

• 1/2 lbs/1,000 square feet
• 8 lbs./acre when planting with wildflowers
• 17 lbs./acre grass mix only

Planting times: Plant in spring or early summer.
Planting range: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia and Washington D.C.