Description: California Barley is an erect, cool season bunchgrass. Useful for reclamation, erosion control and dryland pastures. Also useful as a cover crop for orchards and vineyards. Tolerates alkaline and infertile soils.
Seeding rate per pound₁:
1,000 sq. ft.
%Purity/% Germination (Approximate)
90/80
Growing Regions:
California and Western U.S. below 8500 ft.
Native To:
California
Life Cycle:
Perennial
Characteristics:
Bunchgrass
Season Type:
Cool Season
Exposure:
Sun
Height:
12-18 inches
Establishment:
Fast
Water Requirements:
Low
Wildlife:
Forage
Cultural Information: For non-irrigated sites, plant in the fall.
₁ Seeding rate is based on seeding alone.When seeding with other species the rates should be reduced.Contact us for recommendations.
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