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Western Porcupine Grass
Hesperostipa spartea, native
- Long-lived, cool season perennial
- Light green, shiny leaves
- Mature awns resemble quills of a porcupine
- Can be grazed before seed heads appear
- Natural tendency to establish on disturbed sites
- Good winter hardiness
- Deep root system to stabilize soil
- Can be difficult to establish
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| Characteristics Table | |
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| Growth Habit | Bunchgrass |
| Flood Tolerance | Fair |
| Drought Tolerance | Good |
| Salt Tolerance | Fair |
| Soil PH | Neutral |
| Soil Type | Medium to Fine |
| Approx. Seeds/lb | 203,000 |
| Canopy Mature Height | Up to 100 cm |
