Canada Wildrye
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Elymus canadensis
Elymus canadensis, also known as Canada wildrye, is a native grass in Texas that grows in clumps during the cool season. It is an ornamental grass admired for its arching spikes that resemble wheat or rye. The spikes bloom in summer and remain visually attractive until winter. The grass typically grows in clusters that are 3-5 feet tall and has pointed, bluish-green to green leaves that clasp the stems at the bases. Greenish flowers appear in terminal, arching, bristly spikes that sway in the wind when mature, rising well above the foliage. In the fall, the foliage and spikes turn tan and continue to provide visual interest throughout much of the winter. It is also known as nodding wild rye.
It can be easily grown in dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun and adapts to a wide range of soils.
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Height: 3’-5’
Spread: 2’-3’
Bloom: July-September
Light: Full sun, Part Shade, Dappled Shade
Water: Low, Moderate
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Origin: Texas to Canada
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
