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BIG FOUR NATIVE GRASS MIX
NATIVE GRASSES · MIX #2876

BIG FOUR
NATIVE GRASS MIX

$85.00 – $396.00

Big bluestem, little bluestem, indiangrass, and switchgrass — the four grasses that built the tallgrass prairie, in one bag.

SIZE
● IN STOCK — SHIPS FROM ENID, OK RATE: 3-5 PLS LBS PER ACRE

SUMMARY

Big Four Native Grass Mix is a blend of Little Bluestem, Big Bluestem, Indiangrass, and Switchgrass — the legendary “Four Horsemen” of the Tallgrass Prairie. These species are the nucleus of the prairiegrass ecosystem that once covered most of the central plains of North America.

01

FOUR SPECIES

Big bluestem, little bluestem, indiangrass, and switchgrass.

02

PRAIRIE RESTORATION

The core species set for tallgrass prairie reconstruction.

03

DIVERSE ROOTING

Varied root depths exploit the full soil profile.

04

SITE INSURANCE

Species diversity means something thrives across variable ground.

05

WILDLIFE HABITAT

Structural variety supports nesting, brood, and winter cover.

06

FORAGE VALUE

Quality warm-season grazing under proper management.

07

SLOW ESTABLISHMENT

Native stands take two to three seasons — plan weed control accordingly.

PLANTING INFORMATION
Planting Rate3-5 PLS LBS PER ACRE
Planting SeasonFall; Early-Spring
Plant Depth (in)0.25–0.5"
Minimum Soil Temp for Germination55° F
Optimal Soil pH6–8
EstablishmentModerate
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Leaf ColorGreen
Growing CyclePerennial
Sun RequirementFull Sun
Grass TypeFIELD TYPE
NativeYes
ZONE
Regional Growing Zone3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10
Temperature ZoneWarm; Cool; Transitional
Taxonomy details not published for this product.