Eastern Gamagrass

Tripsacum dactyloides
A warm season, perennial tallgrass for pasture or ornamental uses

Eastern Gamagrass
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About Eastern Gamagrass

This native warm season grass grows in clumps that can be 1-4 ft. in diameter. It is a moderately winter hardy grass found mostly in the eastern half of the U.S. and as far west as Colorado. Favoring moist, heavy soils it is a very productive hay grass with vigorous regrowth, high palatability, and good nutrition. Also great for landscaping and ornamental purposes.

Purchase Eastern Gamagrass

This product is sold by the Pure Live Seed (PLS) pound.

Product Details

Height Range: 36 - 108 inches
Seeding Rate: Broadcast: 1 PLS Lb./2,000 sq ft | Drilled: 10 - 12 PLS Lbs./Ac
Seeds Per Pound: 6,000
Growing Season: Warm Season
Lifespan: Perennial
Planting Season: Spring
Winter/Dormant
Target Solution: Drought Tolerant
Sand Tolerant
Shade Tolerant
Full Sun
Erosion Control
High Elevation
Quick Establishment
Low Maintenance
Deer Resistant
Ideal for Birds
Ideal for Bees
All Purpose Solution
Use: Conservation
Ground Cover & Erosion Control
Landscape & Ornamental
Revegetation
Wildlife Habitat & Food
Multi-Purpose Use