BIG FOUR NATIVE GRASS MIX
Summary
Big Four Native Grass Mix is a blend of Little Bluestem, Big Bluestem, Indiangrass, and Switchgrass are the legendary “Four Horsemen” of the Tallgrass Prairie. These species are the nucleus of the prairiegrass ecosystem that once covered most of the central plains of North America. They are all excellent forage producers that make forage nature’s way without planting invasive, introduced grass species which require expensive inputs . They are well adapted to both upland and lowland sites. The Big 4 are the workhorse native grasses which are heat and drought tolerant and will provide permanent cover and forage production. The Big 4 Mix is big on performance and value.
Plant Characteristics
Zone
- Regional Growing Zone
- 3 - Southern Mountain, 4 - Mountain, 5 - Midwest, 6 - Northeast Lakes, 7 - Great Lakes South, 8 - Appalacia, 9 - Southeast, 10 - South Florida, 11 - South Texas, 12 - Southwest
- USDA Plant Hardiness Zones
- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
- Temperature Zone
- Warm, Cool, Transitional
Plant Characteristics
- Bloom Period
- Summer
- Bloom Color
- Yellow
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Growing Cycle
- Perennial
- Growth Habit
- Bunch-Type
- Sun Requirement
- Full Sun
Plant Information
- Planting Season
- Fall - Early-Spring
- Plant Depth
- 0.25" - 0.5"
- Minimum Soil Temp for Germination
- 55° F
- Establishment
- Moderate
Coverage Area & Available Sizes
Applications
Notes
Rates and species may vary based on availability.
