Common Reed (Phragmites australis)

Common Reed

Common Reed (Phragmites australis) is perennial wetlands grass that resembles cane. It can reach a heights between 6 and 16 feet and tends to grow in thick stands. The seed head, is 8-16” long and has multiple branches. The plume-like, feathery, purple-brown flower heads gain their appearance from silky hairs growing along the flowers axis.

Common Reed Seed is Available in:

Common Reed Packet 1000 Seeds $10.00 Common Reed 1 Ounce 131,000 Seeds $500.00

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Field Burning in Oregon Being Phased Out

Recently passed legislation in Oregon is aimed at phasing out the burning of grass seed fields. While reactions to the bill seem to be somewhat mixed, it makes us wonder if anything like this could be introduced in Oklahoma.

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Frog Fruit (Lippia nodiflora)

Frog Fruit

Frog Fruit (Lippia nodiflora) is not really a fruit for frogs. This small prostrate spreading perennial forb has soft green leaves when water is plentiful and blooms from spring through fall. It is widespread in tropical, subtropical, and warm temperate regions and can be used as a lawn substitute. The tiny blossoms open in a ring varying in color from pale pink to white.

Frog Fruit is Available in:

Frog Fruit Packet 300 Seeds $10.00 Frog Fruit 1 Ounce 60,000 Seeds $50.00

For larger quantities call Freddie Toll Free 1 800 826 3655 for a quote

Harvesting Ermelo Lovegrass

Harvesting Ermelo Weeping Lovegrass on the Lorenz Farm named One Tree Hill located in Major County, Oklahoma.

More Women Run their own Farms

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Oklahoma Wheat Commission Now has a Blog

With the ever changing scene of communications, the Oklahoma Wheat Commission has decided to participate in the blogging trend.

The blog will connect you with harvest updates, recipes, education materials and check-off information. It is the intent of the Commission to use the newest form of communications to stay in touch with producers via the World Wide Web. As most blogs do, this one offers a spot to comment, add suggestions and upload pictures.

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanicum)

Pennsylvania Smartweed

Pennsylvania Smartweed (Polygonum pensylvanica laevigata) is a native annual herb that is often underrated because it is very common. The flowers vary in color from white to light pink or bright pink, the bright pink is a vibrant and very attractive flower. The flowers nectar attracts many different insect species including long and short-tongued bees, small butterflies and moths.

Pennsylvania Smartweed is available in:

Pennsylvania Smartweed 1 Packet $2.00 Pennsylvania Smartweed 1 Ounce $5.00

For larger quantities call Freddie Toll Free 1 800 826 3655 for a quote

Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria)

Plains Coreopsis

Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) is a large colony forming plant that is native to the Southern US. Flowers tend to be a visually stunning buttery-yellow with brilliant maroon centers and bloom from summer to fall. It’s an ideal plant for cutting with each stem adding a colorful array of small flowers to any floral arrangement.

Plains Coreopsis is Available in:

Plains Coreopsis Packet $2.00

For larger quantities call Freddie Toll Free 1 800 826 3655 for a quote

Switchgrass—On Corn Acreage or CRP?

By Kristen Johnson
School of Natural Resourses and Environment at the University of Michigan.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has set the goal of making cellulosic ethanol cost-competitive by 2012, and by 2030, it aims to make biofuels displace 30% of the country’s projected gasoline use. Some of the primary types of feedstocks being considered to meet these goals are crop residues, perennial woody crops, and perennial grasses. Perennial grasses have been a particular focus, with switchgrass receiving the most attention. Switchgrass, a native tall-grass prairie species, is considered most promising because of its high yields, low inputs, and ability to adapt to a variety of conditions. But an important question concerning the sustainability of this feedstock is: where should this perennial grass be grown?

Torrey’s Rush (Juncus torreyi)

Torrey's Rush

Torrey’s Rush (Juncus torreyi) is a North American native species of rush and can be found in many habitats from northern Mexico north to the southern half of Canada. It’s one of the easiest plant of the rush species to identify and an ideal plant for water gardens reaching heights between two and three feet.

Torrey’s Rush Is Available In:

Torrey’s Rush Packet $2.00 Torrey’s Rush 1 Ounce $42.00

For larger quantities call Freddie Toll Free 1 800 826 3655 for a quote

Virginia Wildrye (Elymus virginicus)

Virginia Wild Rye

Virginia Wildrye (Elymus virginicus) is a native, cool-season, medium height perennial grass that can be found throughout the US, excluding Nevada, California, and Oregon. As a rule it prefers moist, heavily textured soils with a high fertility. It is shade tolerant and is most commonly found growing on shady river, stream and lake banks, along fencerows and in open woodlands. Virginia Wildrye is can be used to provide graceful accents in any garden and is also popular in dried floral arrangements.

Virginia Wild Rye Available in Packets for $2.00 each

For larger quantities call Freddie Toll Free 1 800 826 3655 for a quote