Giant Wild Rye, Elymus







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	Botanical Name: Leymus condensatus Common Name(s): Giant Wild Rye, Elymus

Photographer:

Jerry Sortomme SBCC

Description:

A prominent tall native grass that usually does not make its way into traditional residential landscapes but can be used very effectively in a native or natural garden. Reaches heights of 6-8' in bloom and will clump to 4-5' wide. Requires supplemental water to remain green in the summer. Too much water will cause the grass to decline significantly. Can be pruned annually to promote new, more attractive growth.

Information by James Campbell, El Nativo Growers

Notes:

Hardy to 10 degrees F


	Culture:

	Sun: Half

	Water: Low

	Growth Rate: Fast

	Hydrozones: #1

	Soil Type: Sandy

	Soil Condition:

	Soil pH: Neutral

	Adverse Factors: N/A



	Design:

	Design Styles: Meadow

	Accenting Features: N/A

	Seasonal Interest: N/A

	Location Uses: N/A

	Special Uses: Full

	Attracts Wildlife: N/A



	Anatomy:

	Flower Color: Blue

	Flower Season: Spring

	Leaf Color: Green

	Bark Color: N/A

	Fruit Color: N/A

	Fruit Season: N/A

	Fruit Type: N/A



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