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Side Oats Grama Seeds

Bouteloua curtipendula

5.00 (4 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow side oats grama seeds either in late fall or early spring. Plant Bouteloua Curtipendula seeds just below the surface of the soil, compacting the soil very firmly. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination.

Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established. Because of their extensive root system, the plants grow rather slowly. This plant grows best in average, well drained soil, though it adapts to nearly any soil type including rocky, shallow soil and clay. It tolerates drought and cold temperatures extremely well. This plant may self-seed, and resists deer and attracts small birds. It makes an excellent choice for controlling erosion, as well as being ornamental throughout the autumn and winter.

Seed Saving: Collect the seed as soon as the seed heads begin to turn tan and dry; the seed should strip easily from the stem. Spread Bouteloua Curtipendula seeds out in a protected location until they have dried completely. Store side oats grama seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Tall Grama Grass, Mesquite Grass

Latin Name: Bouteloua curtipendula

Species Origin: US Native Grass or Sedge

Type: Native Grasses, Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 8,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Green, Brown

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Side Oats Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By Andy

Nice!

The little seeds look so dainty! It does a great job providing a soft look to a natural preserve setting.

Side Oats Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

....are the best quality, I only buy seeds from here now!

Side Oats Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By Victoria

Texas State Grass - Side Oats Grama

They are easy to grow. I bought from another supplier this spring, and throw them over a dirt patch with Buffalo seeds, and they performed well. So I bought more from Everwilde farm this fall to see if they can grow fairly well in wooded area on a slop to slow down the rain runoff water. Thank you Everwild Farm!

Side Oats Grama Seeds 5.0
Review By seed grower

well packaged

Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~1,000 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~8,000 Seeds) $7.47 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $14.40 $13.89 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $37.50 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $168.75 Notify Me
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $300.00 Notify Me
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $712.50 Notify Me
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $1,350.00 Notify Me
100 Lb Bulk Bag (45.4kg) $2,625.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

This native grass showcases purplish seed spikes that uniquely grow only along one side of the stems. This grass is a very popular clump-forming species for short grass prairie plantings. It is a warm season perennial grass, so greens up when the ground gets good and warm.
The first historical record of this species comes from the notes of botanist Andre Michaux, who collected a specimen in the state of Illinois in the early 19th century. The common name "sideoats" refers to the characteristic growth pattern of the seeds, which dangle from one side of each stem. The species name "curtipendula" comes from the Latin words for "hanging down," also in reference to the seeds. The genus name "Bouteloua" honors professor Claudio Boutelou, who taught agriculture at a university in 18th century Madrid.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow side oats grama seeds either in late fall or early spring. Plant Bouteloua Curtipendula seeds just below the surface of the soil, compacting the soil very firmly. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination.

Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established. Because of their extensive root system, the plants grow rather slowly. This plant grows best in average, well drained soil, though it adapts to nearly any soil type including rocky, shallow soil and clay. It tolerates drought and cold temperatures extremely well. This plant may self-seed, and resists deer and attracts small birds. It makes an excellent choice for controlling erosion, as well as being ornamental throughout the autumn and winter.

Seed Saving: Collect the seed as soon as the seed heads begin to turn tan and dry; the seed should strip easily from the stem. Spread Bouteloua Curtipendula seeds out in a protected location until they have dried completely. Store side oats grama seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Common Names: Tall Grama Grass, Mesquite Grass

Latin Name: Bouteloua curtipendula

Species Origin: US Native Grass or Sedge

Type: Native Grasses, Warm Season

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 8,000

Stratification: No Stratification

Germination Ease: No Stratification

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Green, Brown

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 4 reviews
5.0

Review By Andy

Nice!

The little seeds look so dainty! It does a great job providing a soft look to a natural preserve setting.

5.0

Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

....are the best quality, I only buy seeds from here now!

5.0

Review By Victoria

Texas State Grass - Side Oats Grama

They are easy to grow. I bought from another supplier this spring, and throw them over a dirt patch with Buffalo seeds, and they performed well. So I bought more from Everwilde farm this fall to see if they can grow fairly well in wooded area on a slop to slow down the rain runoff water. Thank you Everwild Farm!

5.0

Review By seed grower

well packaged

Seeds arrived well packaged.Should be high germination rate. Super pleased.