Prairie Junegrass
Common Name: Prairie Junegrass
Latin Name: Koeleria cristata
Description & Overview
A tufted bunch grass with inflorescences that begin a light green color but change to silver-green as they mature. Typically found in dry prairies and open woods. Cannot tolerate wet or heavy soils or shade. Will self-seed. Forage for deer, antelope and elk, as well as upland game birds, small mammals, grasshoppers, and leafhoppers.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 12-24"
Mature Width: 8-18"
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Features & Benefits: Benefits Wildlife, Drought Tolerant, Pest Resistant, Wisconsin Native
Common Name: Prairie Junegrass
Latin Name: Koeleria cristata
Description & Overview
A tufted bunch grass with inflorescences that begin a light green color but change to silver-green as they mature. Typically found in dry prairies and open woods. Cannot tolerate wet or heavy soils or shade. Will self-seed. Forage for deer, antelope and elk, as well as upland game birds, small mammals, grasshoppers, and leafhoppers.
Core Characteristics
Mature Height: 12-24"
Mature Width: 8-18"
USDA Hardiness Zone: to zone 3
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Features & Benefits: Benefits Wildlife, Drought Tolerant, Pest Resistant, Wisconsin Native