NEW ENGLAND WETLAND PLANTS, inc

2009 New England Warm Season Grass Mix

The New England Native Warm Season Grass Mix contains a broad spectrum of native warm season grasses to ensure that a variety of the species will survive in the sandy and droughty conditions typically found along roadsides, gravel mine reclamation areas, and other low-fertility well-drained soil conditions. This mix is somewhat slow to germinate and establish during the first year of planting, but it will produce good cover by the end of the second growing season to produce long-living native stands. The cool season grasses, Red Fescue and Wild Rye have been added as a starte seed for erosion control. This mix has excellent heat and drought tolerance, and grows well in well-drained soils. Warm season grasses provide excellent year-round cover and food for wildlife, particularly as winter cover for small animals. Always apply on clean bare soil. The mix may be applied by hydro-seeding, by mechanical spreader, or on small sites it can be spread by hand. Lightly rake, or roll to ensure proper soil-seed contact. Best results are obtained with a Spring seeding. Late Spring and Summer seeding will benefit with a light mulching of weed-free straw to conserve moisture. If conditions are drier than usual, watering may be required. Late Fall and Winter dormant seeding require an increase in the seeding rate. Fertilization is not required unless the soils are particularly infertile. Preparation of a clean weed free soil surface is necessary for optimal results.

New England Wetland Plants, Inc. may modify seed mixes at any time depending upon seed availability. The design criteria and ecological function of the mix will remain unchanged. Price is $/bulk pound, FOB warehouse, plus S&H and applicable taxes.