American Slough Grass
Beckmannia syzigachne
Height: 15cm (6 IN.)
Spread: 20 - 30cm (8 - 12 IN.)
Native to North American . Good for wetlands, ponds and ditches.
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American Slough Grass
Height: 15cm (6 IN.)
Spread: 20 - 30cm (8 - 12 IN.)
Blue Joint Grass
Calamagrostis canadensis
Height: 75 - 125cm (30 - 48 IN.)
Spread: Clumping (Clumping)
Native, clump-forming, self-seeding, rhizomatous prairie grass with upright to arching blue foliage. Pink-green, airy inflorescence from late spring to early summer. Grows best in wet soils by streams or ponds. Drought tolerant once established.
Height: 75 - 125cm (30 - 48 IN.)
Spread: Clumping (Clumping)
Water Sedge
Carex aquatilis
Height: 100cm (40 IN.)
Spread: 100cm (40 IN.)
Medium-low tufts of native, moisture-loving grass used for erosion control and ornamental planting. Forms thick tussocks of triangular stems with single or groups of round, spiky seedheads. Wildlife food source. Drought tolerant once established and thrives in full sun.
Height: 100cm (40 IN.)
Spread: 100cm (40 IN.)
Wheat Sedge
Carex atherodes
Height: 75 - 90cm (30 - 36 IN.)
Spread: Colonies (Colonies)
Great reclamation plant - useful along marshes in shallow water. Native sedge that forms dense colonies in wet sites. Triangular, hollow stems with hairy foliage close to the base and reddish tint. Long, wheat-like, green inflorescence mellows to tan.
Height: 75 - 90cm (30 - 36 IN.)
Spread: Colonies (Colonies)
Bebb's Sedge
Carex bebbii
Height: 75 - 90cm (30 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 50 - 60cm (20 - 24 IN.)
Excellent native grass for reclamation/soil stabilization in moist to wet environments. Dense, green-brown, round, spiky, club-like, summer inflorescences provides food for small wildlife while fine, narrow, flat, bright green blades provide cover.
Height: 75 - 90cm (30 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 50 - 60cm (20 - 24 IN.)
Frank's Sedge
Carex frankii
Height: 50 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Spread: 50 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Native to North America and great reclamation plant - excellent for erosion control and marsh/wetland plantings. Forms clumps of grass-like foliage from which thimble-like seed heads rise. Tolerates standing water well. Prefers a very moist soil.
Height: 50 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Spread: 50 - 60cm (18 - 24 IN.)
Gray's Sedge
Carex grayi
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 30 - 60cm (12 - 24 IN.)
Long, graceful, pleated, green foliage with unique mace-like inflorescences that rise above and attract attention from early Summer straight through until Winter. Will re-seed in good conditions. Thrives in a moist, well-drained soil but will tolerate wet soils.
Height: 60 - 90cm (24 - 36 IN.)
Spread: 30 - 60cm (12 - 24 IN.)
Ice Dance Sedge
Carex morrowii 'Ice Dance'
Height: 30cm (12 IN.)
Spread: 30 - 60cm (12 - 24 IN.)
Low maintenance, ornamental grass that is fast growing in spring and fall. Foliage is narrow and arching with dark green centres and white margins. Excellent for containers, garden beds or borders.
Height: 30cm (12 IN.)
Spread: 30 - 60cm (12 - 24 IN.)
Plant names containing PBRAF, PP numbers and the like, may not be asexually propagated. Reproduction of these patented plants in any form, is prohibited. The symbols used to represent plant characteristics are based on our research and experience. Outcome may vary based on climate and conditions.
Full Sun: Varieties that require 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive and produce blooms to their full potential. The Plants with this icon are often heat-tolerant.
Partial Shade: Varieties that require 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants often prefer less intense heat.
Full Shade: Varieties that require less than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day. Morning sun is best as these plants are often not heat-tolerant.
CVI: Certified Virus Indexed Prunus Pyrus and Malus varieties for export to the US.
New: All new variety additions to Bron and Sons within the last three years.
Attracts Hummingbirds: Varieties with brightly colours, nectar-rich blooms. Often tubular shaped with a strong, sweet fragrance.
Attracts Butterflies: These varieties often provide nectar on which butterflies feed. They can also be host plants that females lay their eggs on.
Attracts Birds: Varieties that provide food, cover and nesting areas for birds. Most commonly plants and trees that produce berries, fruits, seeds and nectar.
Plants for Pollinators: Varieties that provide nectar and pollen to pollinators. These plants are often brightly coloured and very fragrant. Many of the best plants to attract pollinators are native plants as they produce large amounts of nectar and pollen vs hybrid varieties.
Drought Tolerant Once Established: Plants that have the ability to withstand extended periods without watering once they are established, but may still need to be mildly supplemented during extended dry periods.
Fire Resistant: These choices are presented as a basic guideline from credible sources, to increase resilience to wildfires. Fire resistant does not mean fire proof. Plants on this list may burn if they are not selected for site and local conditions as well as being properly maintained.
Cut or Dried Flowers: Plants that have beauty and appeal with a longer stem. Often maintainting a sweet fragrance and an extended vase life.
Deer Tolerant: Varieties with the ability to withstand deer feeding without detrimental outcomes. Also included are varieties that deer prefer to avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to deer browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.
Rabbit Tolerant: Varieties that deter rabbits; often has prickly, spiky or jagged foliage. May also refer to toxic varieties that rabbits will avoid eating. Please note that plants which are resistant to rabbit browse may become options for food as climate change and loss of habitat can result in resource scarcity.