Elymus trachycaulus is a species of wild rye known by the common name slender wheatgrass. It is native to much of North America. It grows in widely varied habitats from northern Canada to Mexico, but is absent from most of the southeastern United States.It is variable in appearance, but generally bears a very narrow, linear inflorescence of spikelets appressed against the stem. There are three subspecies, two very widespread and one which is limited to Greenland.
High wildrye is resistant to disease and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding maintenance, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be pruned once they have finished blooming. High wildrye is appropriate for anyone who has an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand extensive care experience.
How to keep Elymus Trachycaulus.
Light
High wildrye is a perennial herbaceous plant that favors sunny sites and comes from open habitats, commonly growing in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.
Temperature
High wildrye can adjust to a broad range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be constrained by different combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather and prolonged high temperatures can raise the chance of High wildrye dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can increase the plant's survival.
Fertilizer
The growth of robust, healthy new shoots on High wildrye requires supplementary nourishment. Applying compost around the plant's base during spring satisfies this nutritional requirement effectively. Fertilization assists in encouraging robust growth and strengthens the plant's resistance to diseases and pests.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Elymus
- Family
- Poaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 3-8
- Mature Height
- 0.3 m to 1.52 m
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall
Other names.
