Southwest Native Grass Seed Mix
Grass Specifications:
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 7 - 10
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Height: 12 - 36 inches
Outsidepride Perennial Southwest Native Grass Seed Mix is a versatile blend of warm and cool-season grasses, designed for drought tolerance and ideal for xeriscape landscaping. This mix, featuring Sideoats Grama, Indian Ricegrass, Blue Grama, Alkali Sacaton, and Sand Dropseed, grows to heights between 12 to 36 inches, making it perfect for planting alone or alongside wildflowers. Suitable for regions in southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, and western Texas, it is best planted from late spring to mid-summer for optimal growth and water conservation. It is available in 3 different sizes to suit your gardening needs.
Begin by clearing the soil of weeds and debris, then loosen it to a depth of 1-2 inches. Evenly spread 1/2 to 1 lb of native grass seed per 1,000 sq ft, or 4-8 lbs per acre is general planting and 4 lbs per acre when combined with wildflowers and 8 lbs per acre if planting the grass mixture on its own. For optimal results, the best time to plant this drought-tolerant native grass seed mixture is from late spring to mid-summer. If you are incorporating wildflowers, aim to plant in late spring or early summer to ensure proper growth and establishment. Lightly rake the soil to cover seeds and gently water to maintain moisture. Continue watering until germination occurs in 2-3 weeks.
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.
Achieve a lush, greener landscape with ease using our Southwest Native Grass Seed Mix. This drought-tolerant native grass seed mixture is perfect for creating a stunning landscape with minimal effort because it requires very little water, thrives in dry conditions, and establishes quickly. The grasses are naturally adapted to arid environments, ensuring they maintain a lush appearance with minimal irrigation and upkeep. Additionally, they can be easily planted alone or with wildflowers, making it a versatile and low-maintenance choice for beautiful, sustainable landscaping.
Transform your yard with our specially curated Southwest Native Grass Seed Mix, featuring Indian Ricegrass seeds, Alkali Sacaton Seeds, Sand Dropseeds, Sideoats Grama seeds and Blue Grama seeds. This expertly crafted blend of drought-resistant grasses is your key to a vibrant landscape that demands little from you. Designed for effortless beauty, these hardy grasses thrive with minimal water, flourishing naturally in even the driest conditions. Whether you’re looking to create a standalone grass display or pair it with wildflowers, this seed mix ensures your outdoor space remains lush, green, and captivating without the hassle.
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
Seeding Rate
- 1/2 lbs/1,000 square feet
- 4 lbs./acre when planting with wildflowers
- 8 lbs./acre grass mix only
Planting
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.