Virginia Wildrye is a cool-season, perennial bunchgrass native to North America. Virginia Wildrye typically forms clumps with slender stems that can grow anywhere from 2 to 5 feet tall. The grass features long, flat, and coarse leaves. Similar to other wildrye species, Virginia Wildrye produces distinctive, nodding seed heads. These spikes contain seeds with long awns, which give them a unique appearance. Product Information Botanic Name: Elymus virginicus Application or Use: Pasture, Forage, Cover Crop, Habitat Germination Time: 7 - 14 days, under optimal conditions.  Allow 3-4 weeks for the unstratified seed to break dormancy and germinate, under optimal conditions. Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season Height: 2 - 4 feet Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results Advantages: Adapted to many soil types; excellent forage and habitat species When to Plant: Recommended planting time is spring and summer when night time temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees.   Product Information Virginia Wildrye thrives in various soil types, including clay, loam, and rocky soils, and can tolerate both dry and moist conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade. This grass is commonly used for erosion control, soil stabilization, habitat restoration, and in reclamation projects. Its deep root system helps prevent soil erosion, making it valuable in areas susceptible to erosion. Virginia Wildrye provides cover and food for wildlife, particularly birds and small mammals. It can be an essential component in restoring and maintaining natural ecosystems. Once established, Virginia Wildrye is relatively low-maintenance. Regular watering during establishment can aid growth, but it's otherwise drought-tolerant. Mowing or cutting back in late winter or early spring can promote new growth. Virginia Wildrye is valued for its ability to stabilize soils, its wildlife benefits, and its adaptability to various soil conditions, making it a practical choice for erosion control and ecological restoration projects, similar to other wildrye species. *Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.