Built with an emphasis on brood mobility, insect production, and long-term stand persistence, this mix balances upright native grass structure with open ground movement important for chick rearing and wildlife use. Native forbs and legumes provide valuable seasonal bloom, pollinator support, and insect-rich habitat while maintaining strong drought resilience and adaptability to harsh High Plains growing conditions.
Includes (#s/ac): Big Bluestem ‘Kaw’ (1.3), Sideoats Grama ‘El Reno’ (1), Plains Coreopsis (0.25), Purple Prairie Clover (0.35), Blanketflower (0.25), Maximilian Sunflower (0.1), Switchgrass ‘Blackwell’ (0.4), Western Wheatgrass (0.6), Prairie Coneflower (0.2), and Little Bluestem ‘Aldous’ (0.9). Updated May 2026.
Ideal For
- SAFE habitat projects
- Quail and upland bird habitat
- Brood cover and nesting habitat
- Pollinator-friendly wildlife plantings
- Texas Panhandle and South Plains restoration
- Conservation and ranch habitat improvements
Benefits
- Provides diverse brood habitat and nesting structure for upland wildlife
- Supports pollinators and beneficial insects with season-long bloom diversity
- Native warm-season bunchgrasses create durable long-term cover and screening habitat
- Adapted to drought-prone High Plains conditions and variable soils
- Combines upright grass structure with open ground movement important for chick mobility
- Includes native legumes and broadleaf species that improve insect production for brood rearing
- Suitable for SAFE, wildlife habitat, and conservation-focused restoration projects
- Provides seasonal forage, loafing cover, and habitat diversity for multiple wildlife species
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, light disking, or rotational management may help maintain plant diversity and brood habitat structure over time
- Some annual and short-lived species may establish quickly during the first growing season while perennial grasses and long-lived native species continue developing over time
