The mix includes a combination of cool-season native bunchgrasses, a native forb, and basin big sagebrush to provide soil stabilization, long-term grass cover, and woody structure for wildlife habitat. Species were selected for adaptability to central Washington conditions while remaining compatible with CP2 program specifications.
Confirm species suitability and seeding rates with your local conservation planner prior to use.
Mix Characteristics
- Designed for central Washington conditions
- Intended for 6"–15" annual precipitation zones
- Used by local WA PF/QF biologists in CP2 applications
- Provides soil stabilization and long-term grass cover
- Includes native shrub structure to meet CP2 50-point diversity requirements
- Suitable for drill or broadcast seeding
Species Included
Sagebrush, Basin Big (0.2), Wheatgrass, Thickspike (2), Wheatgrass, Snake River (4), Big Bluegrass (VNS) (0.5), Bluegrass, Sandberg (VNS) (1). Updated January 2026.
Notes
Sagebrush establishment may be variable and is influenced by site conditions and planting method
- Plant into a firm, weed-free seedbed
- Proper site preparation and weed control are critical for successful establishment
- Management and maintenance should follow NRCS and local conservation guidance
- Basin wildrye may be substituted in draws or areas with increased moisture
- Indian ricegrass may be substituted on sandy soil sites
