How To Order: This species is sold in quantities of 3 lbs. If you order Qty: 1, you are ordering 3 lbs. Examples: 1 = 3 lbs, 25 = 75 bs.
 
Common Name: Intermediate Wheatgrass
Scientific Name: Thinopyrum intermedium ssp. intermedia
Native / Introduced: Introduced
Main Uses:
~Pasture
~Rangeland
~Wildlife habitat improvement
~Reclamation
Height: 3 - 4 feet
Root Type: Sod
Growing Season: Cool
Soil Types: Well-drained loamy to fine textured soil
Tolerances: Cold, drought and fire
Sun or Shade: Full sun
Minimum Precipitation: 11 - 12 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Planting Seed Rate: 12-15 lbs per acre
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 70,000
Optimal Planting Season: Fall or spring
Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Category: Grass
 
Description:
Intermediate Wheatgrass is a hardy, cool-season grass with late maturity, rhizomatous growth, and adaptability to a wide range of soils, particularly thriving in well-drained, loamy to fine-textured soils. It serves as a significant forage producer, staying green and palatable into late summer. It is tolerant of cold, drought, and fire. While it establishes quickly with excellent seedling vigor, it can potentially become weedy in some circumstances. Additionally, it is valuable for reclamation projects, watershed conservation, and as a cover plant in wildlife habitat enhancement initiatives.
 
Resources:
NRCS Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=THIN6
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_thin6.pdf
NRCS Fact Sheet: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/factsheet/pdf/fs_thin6.pdf
 
Photo Credit: Matt Lavin