KING'S SHORT NATIVE GRASS MIX
Short Description:
This native mix developed by Douglass King Seed combines 3 hearty, native grasses that provides excellent low cover in a drought resistant blend. The diversity of the grasses provide excellent grazing value and beneficial cover and food for wildlife and birds. Caution should be taken not to graze too early, and overgrazing should be avoided to maintain a healthy stand. Native grass mix that provides a low-growing, native and natural look. Controls soil erosion and is heat/drought tolerant once established.
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Description
This native mix developed by Douglass King Seed combines 3 hearty, native grasses that provides excellent low cover in a drought resistant blend. The diversity of the grasses provides excellent grazing value and beneficial cover and food for wildlife and birds. Caution should be taken not to graze too early, and overgrazing should be avoided to maintain a healthy stand.
This grass mix provides a low-growing, native and natural look. It is highly effective for controlling soil erosion and is heat/drought tolerant once established.
This native grass mix is popular for habitat restoration and golf course roughs. It provides excellent forage for livestock and cover/food for wildlife.
Landscape Planting Rate: 5 lbs. per 1,000 square feet.
- A 2 lb. bag should cover about 500 square feet. (Or a 50′ by 10′ area.)
- A 5lb. bag should cover about 1,000 square feet. (Or a 50′ by 20′ area.)
- A 10 lb. bag should cover about 2,000 square feet. (Or a 50′ by 40′ area.)
Rangeland Planting Rate: 10-15 lbs. per acre.
- A 5lb. bag should plant about 1/3 acre.
- A 10 lb. bag should plant 2/3 – 1 acre.
- A 25 lb. bag should plant almost 2 acres.
Establishment
Plant with a “Whirlwind” type spreader, or a native grass drill seeder. Apply seed in two equal half applications in different directions. Rake or drag lightly to cover seed to a depth of no more than .25 inches, and lightly roll the entire surface to firm seedbed if possible.
Soil
Suited to native soils in South Texas
Height
Varies; should not be grazed prior to reaching 18-24 inches
Components
Region
South Texas, Central Texas