| Characteristics Table | |
|---|---|
| Growth Habit | Bunchgrass |
| Flood Tolerance | Poor |
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent |
| Salt Tolerance | Good |
| Soil PH | Neutral to Basic |
| Soil Type | Coarse to Medium |
| Approx. Seeds/lb | 141,000 |
| Canopy Mature Height | 10-60 cm |
Indian Ricegrass
Achnatherum hymenoides, native
- Common in the Prairies, with sporadic appearances in the parkland or boreal forest regions
- Grows on dry, exposed riverbanks, eroded slopes and sandy grasslands
- Adapted to a wide range of soils but does not do well on wet or poorly drained soils
- Lighter green in colour
- Grows on extreme sites
- Deep root system
- Good soil builder
- Known for its ability to reseed and establish itself after heavy grazing or fire
- Cold and drought tolerant
