Alkali Sacaton

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A warm-season bunchgrass that grows between 1-3’ tall. It occurs normally in areas with precipitation above 8”, and is found in all of the western states from 2,500ft up to 8,000ft in elevation. A useful reclamation species on saline and alkaline soils. It is tolerant of both drought and periodic flooding. Deep densely fibrous root system that responds well to irrigation and is resistant to erosion.

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Latin Name

Sporobolus airoides
Habitats

Foothills, Roadsides, Valleys
Soils

Alkali, Clay, Loam, Saline, Sandy
Origin

Native
Life Span

Perennial
Season

Warm
Forage

Good forage for cattle and horses, poor forage for sheep and wild life
Seedling Rate

Small Areas: 1 – 2 lbs. per 1000 sq feet Larger Areas: 5 – 10 lbs. per acre drilled 10 – 15 lbs. per acre broadcast
Seeds Per Pound

1,750,000

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