Elymus riparius (Riverbank Wild Rye)

Elymus riparius (Riverbank Wild Rye) is a cool season grass typically found along streams and rivers of Midwest savannas and woodlands. Riverbank Wild Rye flaunts a graceful nodding bristly seedhead and is an attractive addition to the shade garden or any woodland restoration.

• Sun Exposure Savanna/Woodland
• Soil Conditions Wet-Mesic, Mesic, Dry-Mesic
• Height 3'-4'
• Flower Time June, July, August

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