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Reed Canary Grass: Description, Distribution, Uses, and Seed Characteristics

Learn about the characteristics, distribution, and uses of Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea), a tall and coarse cool-season perennial grass commonly found in poorly drained soil and areas subject to flooding. Explore its seed characteristics and recommended seeding rates.

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Reed Canary Grass: Description, Distribution, Uses, and Seed Characteristics

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  1. Reed CanaryGrass Ag Education II

  2. Introduction • Scientific name: Phalaris Arundinacea • It is a perennial • Closely resembles orchard grass.

  3. Description • Tall and Coarse • Cool season perennial • Height is 24-72 in • Often found in “clumps” • Closely resembles orchard grass

  4. Where is it found? • One of the few grasses to be found in the temperate portions of all five continents • Here in the United States it is found in the northern half. • It is locally common in the Illinois wetlands.

  5. Uses • Usually seeded on poorly drained soil and areas subject to flooding and silting. • Used to protect soil from erosion. • It is commonly used along stream channel banks and around farm ponds.

  6. Seed • The color is gray to olive brown. • It is long with and pointed at the base. • Has two hairy bristles at the base. • 44-48 Pounds of seed per bushel. • 533,000 Seeds per pound • Seed rating 6-8 lbs. per acre.

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