Elymus canadensis

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Canada Wild Rye

NJ Ecotype (grown from seed)

  • Short-lived perennial grass; 2-5ft tall

  • Cool season bunchgrass; summer green awns turn golden-brown in autumn

  • Similar species to Elymus virginicus, but slightly taller with a larger seedhead & prefers drier / sunnier conditions

  • Deep roots prevent soil erosion; great for hillside plantings

  • Host plant to various skippers, moths & beetles — valued for biological pest control & beetle banks

  • Birds forage on seeds in fall/winter & collect foliage in spring for nest material

  • Due to its short-lived nature & small rhizomes, relies on seed dispersal for reproduction

  • WARNING: sharp awns can pose a threat to pets, particularly their eyes — plant accordingly

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Canada Wild Rye

NJ Ecotype (grown from seed)

  • Short-lived perennial grass; 2-5ft tall

  • Cool season bunchgrass; summer green awns turn golden-brown in autumn

  • Similar species to Elymus virginicus, but slightly taller with a larger seedhead & prefers drier / sunnier conditions

  • Deep roots prevent soil erosion; great for hillside plantings

  • Host plant to various skippers, moths & beetles — valued for biological pest control & beetle banks

  • Birds forage on seeds in fall/winter & collect foliage in spring for nest material

  • Due to its short-lived nature & small rhizomes, relies on seed dispersal for reproduction

  • WARNING: sharp awns can pose a threat to pets, particularly their eyes — plant accordingly

Details

  • Golden, Brown

  • Summer

  • 2-5’

  • Dry, Medium

  • Full, Partial

  • Branded Skippers, Satyrs, False Wainscot

  • FACU - usually occurs in non-wetlands, but can occur in wetlands

  • No cold stratification required