Built to provide dependable nesting structure, erosion control, and long-term habitat function, this mix establishes a diverse stand of native grasses suited for CP2 and conservation-focused plantings while maintaining strong drought resilience and stand persistence over time. The inclusion of native cool-season and broadleaf components helps improve seasonal diversity, structure, and wildlife value across the planting.
Includes (#s/ac): Big Bluestem ‘Kaw’ (0.6), Little Bluestem ‘Cimmaron’ (0.9), Purple Prairie Clover (0.15), Sideoats Grama ‘El Reno’ (1.4), Switchgrass ‘Blackwell’ (0.6), and Virginia Wildrye (1.28). Updated May 2026.
Ideal For
- CP2 and Conservation Cover plantings
- Native grass restoration
- Wildlife nesting and screening habitat
- Erosion control and soil stabilization
- Blackland Prairie and East Texas conservation projects
- Ranch and habitat improvement projects
Benefits
- Provides durable warm-season grass structure for long-term habitat function
- Adapted to productive soils and moderate rainfall environments
- Supports nesting cover and wildlife movement across native grass landscapes
- Includes native bunchgrasses selected for persistence, drought tolerance, and stand diversity
- Native broadleaf and cool-season components improve seasonal diversity and habitat value
- Suitable for conservation-focused restoration and CP2-style habitat plantings
- Creates resilient native cover with strong long-term stand stability
Best Time to Plant
Plant during dormant fall through early spring when soil moisture conditions are favorable.
Installation Notes
- Existing vegetation should be terminated prior to planting
- Drill seed ¼–½ inch deep into a firm, weed-free seedbed
- Broadcast seeding may require cultipacking or light incorporation
- Mow during establishment if annual weeds exceed desired canopy height
- Periodic disturbance such as prescribed fire or rotational management may help maintain stand vigor and diversity over time
- Native warm-season grasses may establish slowly during the first growing season while root systems develop beneath the soil surface
