Calamovilfa longifolia (Sand Reed Grass) IL CRP Seed Mix Soil Conditions Dry Mesic-Dry

Soil Conditions Dry Mesic-Dry

Its compact growth habit and beautiful and rarer intensive orange colored flower are what make it the most popular plant plus the ability to host the monarch caterpillar

As a member of the pea family it has a distinct look with the compound leaves resembling waving palms on the breeze

It will form sizable colonies in the right conditions and can stabilize stream banks

The creamy green/white flower really put on a show in July and August

Calamovilfa longifolia (Sand Reed Grass) IL CRP Seed Mix Soil Conditions Dry Mesic-DryAs its name would suggest, Sand Reed Grass enjoys growing in dunes and sandy soils along the great lakes and certain sand prairies and savannas. It will eventually spread to make colonies through its rhizomes and aid in stabilization. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil Conditions Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry Height 4' Frequently Asked Questions Why Purchase From Natural Communities Native Plants? What Native Plants Should I Buy? What Can I Expect: Shipping