Canada Wild Rye

Canada Wild Rye [Elymus canadensis]

Description: A perennial bunchgrass that grows in a number of ecosystems. Natural to much of North America, primarily in the prairies. Benefits from relationships with symbiotic mycorrhizae and receives about 25% of its nutrients from them. Self-pollinator but can cross-pollinate with other strains. Fast growing.

Sun Exposure & Soil: Full Sun, Most soils.

Height: 4ft to 5ft. 

Bloom Colour & Timing: Cream. July/August.