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Alaska Brome

Alaska Brome, also commonly known as Sitka Brome, is a long lived native perennial bunch grass that will actively grow at moderate rates during the spring and summer seasons. This grass's foliage color is green and it is characteristically medium textured. Alaska Brome will mature at up to five feet tall; it will bloom in late spring with the seeds reaching maturity in the summer months. Receiving a low palatability rating as a forage crop and containing low protein levels, there are better available choices for native grazing material. Alaska Brome is only propagated by seed and will grow moderately vigorous seedlings. Suitable growing conditions for Alaska Brome can be found in medium textured soils; this variety is not adapted to coarse or fine textured soils. It has a medium tolerance of drought and is highly tolerant of, though not resistant to, fire. This native requires minimal moisture levels, surviving with between 36 and 60 inches of annual rainfall. Alaska Brome will develop deeply penetrating root systems and abide growing in more shaded areas, though it will not grow where saline is present in the soil.

Product Details:
  • Product Name: Alaska Brome
  • Latin Name: Bromus sitchensis
  • Type: Native Grass
  • Color: green
  • Cycle: Perennial
  • Origin: Native
  • Height: 60"
  • Planting Season: Spring and Fall
  • Seeds Per Pound: 71,000
  • Seeding Rate (lbs./acre): 22
  • Purchasing Options:
  • Small Seed Packet - $1.25 ea.
    (Covers approximately 5 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 10 Grams - $2.50 ea.
    (Covers approximately 75 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 1/4 Pound Bag - $10.00 ea.
    (Covers approximately 500 square feet.)
    Quantity:
  • 1 Pound - $14.00 ea.
    (Covers approximately 1,980 square feet.)
    Quantity:

*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where the seed is planted. Refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your location. The information provided is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.