Virginia Wild Rye Grass

Elymus virginicus var. virginicus Poaceae

Native distribution

Native to the Finger Lakes Region

Cultivation

Moist to dry. It is very adaptable to different soil types.

Propagation

Store seeds dry, not cold-moist. Germination occurs at a cool temperatures (40s).

Location

Mundy Wildflower Garden, Edwards Lake Cliffs Preserve, McLean Bogs

Description

Cool-season native grass often used in restoration seeding or plantings.

Status

L4|S5|G5