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    Silver Bluestem - Santiago Germplasm

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      Silver Bluestem - Santiago Germplasm

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      Silver bluestem is a warm-season perennial bunch grass native to North and South America. It grows 10 to 15 inches. 

      Silver bluestem is adapted to many different soil textures and site conditions. It does not, however, tolerate consistently moist sites. It has a wide distribution and can grow in areas with annual rainfall as low as 15 inches to 50 inches annually.

      Silver bluestem is useful for erosion control, right of way plantings, rangeland, and wildlife. 

      Classification

      Common Name: Silver Bluestem
      Variety: Santiago Germplasm
      Family: Poaceae
      Genus: Bothrichloa
      Species: laguroides
      Origin: North America

      Characteristics

      Longevity: Perennial
      Season: Warm
      Height: 24" - 48"
      Bloom Period: May - November
      Germ Temp F: 0

      Requirements

      Annual Rainfall/Irrigation: 7" or More
      Light Requirement: 6 - 8+

      Planting

      Rate Per Acre: 1 - 2
      Planting Dates: 12/1 - 6/1
      Seeds Per Pound: 500,000
      Planting Depth: 1/8"