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US Native Grass Seeds
The species on this page are not all technically classified as grasses, but the average gardener would probably call them "grass". Here you will find a variety of seeds of native grasses, sedges, reeds, and rushes. You might not think of grass as being as beautiful as flowers, but some of these wild grasses really are beautiful in their own way. Many of the native prairie grasses turn color in autumn, and the rusty bronze color of the stems adds a real fall aura to the planting. Winter birds benefit from the wild grass seeds, and small animals use the thick undergrowth for cover. The biomass of the grass is also the primary source for fuel when a prairie planting undergoes a planned burn.
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Blue Joint Grass Seeds
Calamagrostis canadensis
A valuable wetlands restoration species, this grass is the most frequent associate of sedges. It grows into a dense patch of grass with lots of fibrous roots, so it is an excellent option for strengthening stream banks or shoreline restoration work.Quick View$3.75 Pkt - $100.00 / Oz -
Buffalo Grass Seeds
Buchloe dactyloides
Most native grasses form large clumps, which do not work very well for mowing. Buffalo Grass spreads out more evenly like a turfgrass and is quite popular for those who want a native lawn that is resistant to drought and heat.Quick View$3.48 Pkt - $8.46 / Oz -
Common Rush Seeds
Juncus effusus
Native to most of North America, this prolific rush quickly grows by ponds, marshes, and wetlands. This perennial rush grows in the cool seasons, so the tiny seeds ripen in the summer and fall like red dust to the damp soil below.Quick View$3.25 Pkt - $21.00 / Oz -
Fowl Manna Grass Seeds
Glyceria striata
As suggested by its name, the fowl manna grass seeds of this popular native plant are a natural food source for ducks, geese, and other domestic birds. In the wild, it prefers a little shade with wet soil, but can also be grown in average soil in full sun.Quick View$3.25 Pkt - $16.57 / Oz -
Indian Grass Seeds
Sorghastrum nutans
Indian Grass is on par with Big Bluestem in terms of both height and popularity. This warm-season perennial has large feathery seed plumes that turn a lovely rusty color in the fall, and become natural birdfeeders into the winter months.Quick View$3.48 Pkt - $5.96 / Oz -
Little Bluestem Seeds
Schizachyrium scoparius
This warm-season perennial is probably the most popular native grass for short prairies. It is known as Bluestem because of the characteristic blue-purple stems at the base of the plant. These stems change into a bright copper color in the fall and persist as a food source for birds through the winter.Quick ViewxLittle Bluestem Seeds
Schizachyrium scoparius
This warm-season perennial is probably the most popular native grass for short prairies. It is known as Bluestem because of the characteristic blue-purple stems at the base of the plant. These stems change into a bright copper color in the fall and persist as a food source for birds through the winter.
$3.48 Pkt - $6.84 / Oz -
Northern Dropseed Seeds
Sporobolus heterolepis
This native perennial grass forms a big round mound of fine-textured foliage. It does not like to be soggy but can grow in most other soil conditions. This plant is a warm-season grass and is quite winter hardy.Quick View$3.48 Pkt - $24.00 / Oz -
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Path Rush Seeds
Juncus tenuis
Despite the softness of this petite rush, it is a tough species that can grow in the packed soil of pathways, trails, and other high traffic areas. This perennial does not grow very tall but produces millions of tiny seeds.Quick ViewxPath Rush Seeds
Juncus tenuis
Despite the softness of this petite rush, it is a tough species that can grow in the packed soil of pathways, trails, and other high traffic areas. This perennial does not grow very tall but produces millions of tiny seeds.
$3.25 Pkt - $18.77 / Oz -
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Side Oats Grama Seeds
Bouteloua curtipendula
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.Quick ViewxSide Oats Grama Seeds
Bouteloua curtipendula
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.
$3.48 Pkt - $7.47 / Oz -
Switch Grass Seeds
Panicum virgatum
This popular native grass is common in many native restorations. It can grow it's airy seedheads in a wide range of soils, and is a medium height, making it a useful species. This grass is a warm season perennial, so the songbirds feast on the seeds into the fall season.Quick ViewxSwitch Grass Seeds
Panicum virgatum
This popular native grass is common in many native restorations. It can grow it's airy seedheads in a wide range of soils, and is a medium height, making it a useful species. This grass is a warm season perennial, so the songbirds feast on the seeds into the fall season.
$2.98 Pkt - $5.96 / Oz -
Torrey's Rush Seeds
Juncus torreyi
Because of its striking seed heads that look like pom poms, this native rush has become a popular addition to wetlands and stream banks. It is a cool-season rush, so it is actively growing in the springtime and sheds its seeds in the summer.Quick ViewxTorrey's Rush Seeds
Juncus torreyi
Because of its striking seed heads that look like pom poms, this native rush has become a popular addition to wetlands and stream banks. It is a cool-season rush, so it is actively growing in the springtime and sheds its seeds in the summer.
$3.75 Pkt - $72.00 / Oz
The species on this page are not all technically classified as grasses, but the average gardener would probably call them "grass". Here you will find a variety of seeds of native grasses, sedges, reeds, and rushes. You might not think of grass as being as beautiful as flowers, but some of these wild grasses really are beautiful in their own way. Many of the native prairie grasses turn color in autumn, and the rusty bronze color of the stems adds a real fall aura to the planting. Winter birds benefit from the wild grass seeds, and small animals use the thick undergrowth for cover. The biomass of the grass is also the primary source for fuel when a prairie planting undergoes a planned burn.