Elymus canadensis
Canada Wild Rye
Elymus canadensis is a native clump-forming grass with stiff, bristly plumes or grass heads appearing in early to mid summer. The foliage is blue-green and coarse. Canada Wild Rye is best suited for a prairie or a naturalized area where it will be kept in check by the competition of other plants.
- Height: 4' – 6'
- Width: 18" – 24"
- Soil Conditions: Dry
- Flower Color: Green
- Bloom Time: July, August
- Hardiness Zone: 3 To 8
Plant Characteristics
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Wildlife
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun
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Native Plant Community
- Dry Prairie
- Savanna
- Woodland
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Flower Color
- Green
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Flower Hue
- Light
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Flower Type
- Spike
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Flower Height
- 4' to 6'
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Foliage Color
- Green
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Leaf Texture
- Coarse
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Flower Size
- 3" to 6"
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Soil Moisture
- Dry
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg