Native Dryland & Erosion Control Mix

The Native Dryland & Erosion Control Mix is a rugged, cool-season blend of native grasses designed specifically for dry, low-rainfall environments where erosion control and soil stabilization are a top priority. Containing Canada Wildrye, Virginia Wildrye, Slender Wheatgrass, and Western Wheatgrass, this mix excels in semi-arid regions, upland slopes, and disturbed soils, offering quick establishment, long-term durability, and strong ecological benefits.

Ideal for everything from rangeland restoration to infrastructure projects, this mix combines fast-growing pioneer species with deep-rooted, sod-forming natives that protect and rebuild the land naturally. Whether you’re preventing runoff on a dry hillside or reclaiming a disturbed site, the Native Dryland Mix gives you the soil-holding power and resilience you need.

Key Benefits:

Native Erosion Control

• Dense root systems from Western Wheatgrass and Virginia Wildrye anchor soil effectively, even on slopes and in poor soils.

• Slender Wheatgrass and Canada Wildrye establish rapidly, providing early-season cover to minimize wind and water erosion.

Built for Dryland Conditions

• Thrives in low-moisture, nutrient-poor, and lightly compacted soils across the western and central U.S.

• Withstands drought, heat, and grazing pressure once established, ensuring long-term persistence.

Quick Establishment with Long-Term Stability

• Delivers both short- and long-term erosion control by combining quick germinators with persistent sod-formers.

• Provides a gradual, sustainable transition from temporary cover to permanent native ground cover.

Supports Biodiversity and Soil Health

• Provides habitat and forage for native wildlife, pollinators, and beneficial insects.

• Encourages deeper soil development and suppresses weed competition through healthy ground cover.

What’s in the Mix:

• Canada Wildrye (Elymus canadensis) – Fast-growing bunchgrass that helps stabilize disturbed soils quickly.

• Virginia Wildrye (Elymus virginicus) – Cool-season native that tolerates partial shade and contributes lasting erosion resistance.

• Slender Wheatgrass (Elymus trachycaulus) – Rapid germination and excellent ground cover in dry, challenging conditions.

• Western Wheatgrass (Pascopyrum smithii) – Deep-rooted, sod-forming perennial that holds soil in place year after year.

Ideal For:

• Erosion control on dry slopes, ditches, and reclaimed land

• Native pasture and dryland forage systems

• Habitat restoration and conservation projects

• Low-input revegetation in arid or semi-arid regions

The Native Dryland & Erosion Control Mix is your go-to solution for sustainable erosion control and land rehabilitation in tough, dry climates. With hardy native grasses working together above and below the surface, this mix brings stability, resilience, and ecological value to your landscape.

For the contents of this seed mix by weight, please contact us to request a digital copy of the seed tag.