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Plant of the month – Stiff Goldenrod
(Solidago Rigida)

Commonly associated with hay fever, the Stiff Goldenrod actually doesn’t have wind-blown pollen and therefore isn’t the source of your sniffles! Instead, these hearty wildflowers are adaptable and a favorite of birds and butterflies. Plant characteristics A perennial plant, stiff goldenrod has green leaves, yellow blooms, and can grow between three and six feet tall. […]

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Plant of the month – Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea)

CRP Seed Mixes, Featured Seed, General / November 5, 2021

Known as a legume type of wildflower, Purple Prairie Clover is able to capture nitrogen from the air and uses its natural bacteria to fertilize the soil. The most widespread of the Prairie Clover, this plant is a favorite of pollinators including bees, butterflies and other insects. This native clover is a key component of

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Why Choose Native Plants

Conservation, CRP Establishment, CRP Seed Mixes / October 18, 2021

Native plants play a critical role in creating a balanced ecosystem and by planting them on your CRP land you’re helping the local environment thrive. These plants aid in climate control, regulate pest populations and improve soil conditions. The benefits of these native plants to both people and wildlife are great and varied. Below are

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10 Steps to Choosing the Herbicide That’s Right For You

CRP Seed Mixes / October 6, 2021

Chemical control with herbicides has been an important tool for managing weeds for many years. A strong herbicide plan is essential in controlling your weed population-maximizing your CRP establishment success. The tips below will help you build a successful CRP establishment plan. 1. Positively ID weed species Determining the weeds that create the most problems

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Adding Wild Bergamot to Your CRP

CRP Seed Mixes, Featured Seed, Pollinators / April 30, 2021

Monardo fistulosa, better known as wild bergamot or bee balm, is a wildflower belonging to the mint family. This perennial can be found throughout much of North America in thickets, clearings, and dry fields. Wild bergamot can easily be identified by its summer-blooming flowers that typically range from pink to lavender (though they can also be white). These flowers produce a strong fragrance (as well as a potent taste

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Blue Grama – Great for Erosion Control and Grazing

CRP Seed Mixes / March 30, 2021

Bouteloua gracilis, more commonly referred to as “blue grama”, is a popular warm-season perennial grass. As the widest distributed of all grama grasses, it can be found throughout the Midwest and Plains region, as well as states like California, Florida, and Maine. Despite the name, it is typically green, turning gold towards the end of the year. Additionally, it bears distinct comb-like floral spikes that can range from green to a reddish-purple. When fully grown, blue

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Canada Wildrye – A Bunchgrass That’s Great for Erosion Control

CRP Seed Mixes, Featured Seed / March 5, 2021

Elymus canadensis, better known as Canada wildrye or Canadian wildrye, is a cool-season perennial bunchgrass found throughout most of the US. It is especially common in plains areas, though it can also be found in woodlands, dunes, and savannas. In addition to thriving in a variety of soil types, it’s also shade tolerant. Canada wildrye can grow between 2.5 to 6 feet tall. When fully grown, it features thick seed heads with long, thin

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Purple Prairie Clover – A Vibrant, Pollinator-Friendly Addition for CRP

CRP Seed Mixes, Featured Seed / December 8, 2020

Dalea pupurea is a flowering legume better known as purple prairie clover. Its name comes from its vivid purple flower petals. Purple prairie clover can be found naturally across much of the United States, and it is especially common across the Great Plains and surrounding prairie lands. Thanks to its stunning purple petals and distinct cone-like flower head, it’s also regularly used in manmade locales such as parks, recreation areas, gardens,

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Deciding Where to Buy CRP Seed

CRP Establishment, CRP Seed Mixes / November 19, 2020

Enrolling in the Conservation Reserve Program is a great way to restore health to marginal land while protecting local wildlife and water supply. However, it comes with a fair amount of upfront work. Establishing CRP is a multistep process that includes land prep, herbicide application, mowing, mid-contract management, and more. But it starts with buying quality CRP seed.

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Prairie Junegrass in CRP

CRP Seed Mixes, Featured Seed / October 30, 2020

Koeleria macrantha, commonly referred to as prairie junegrass in the US, is a cool season bunchgrass that’s native to many regions in North America and Eurasia. This perennial grass is resilient and versatile, growing naturally in plains, rangelands, forests, mountain foothills, and more. It’s also a popular choice for lawns and turf grass due to its low maintenance and the fact that it turns green very

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