Pinegrass
Calamagrostis rubescens
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Poaceae
- Genus:
- Calamagrostis
- Species:
- Calamagrostis rubescens
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Graminoid
- Height:
- 3-4 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
Native Range
United States: California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers open forested areas with good sunlight
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: Seeds are collected in mid to late August when florets turn papery and light tan and seeds are easily stripped out of floret. Hand held sickles are used to cut stalks. Seeds are spread on an open tarp in a drying shed and turned twice a day to ensure even drying and prevent mold development. Seed production is usually very high 2 to 3 years after a fire.
Source: npn.rngr.net