Warm season grasses occupy an important niche in the mosaic of natural and man-made habitats in the East. They can be tall or medium height. Warm season grasses grow during the summer months and then bloom and set seed in the fall.

Most cool season grasses are woodland species that tolerate shade or species that are adapted to extremely adverse growing conditions. They are short to medium height. Cool season grasses grow during the fall and spring months and then bloom and set seed in the spring and early summer.

Wetlands and riparian areas are special habitats that require plants that are adapted to their specific characteristics. Wetlands such as swamps, marshes, bogs, and fens are flooded with water for extended periods of time. The hydrologic regime has a significant impact on the species that inhabit these areas. See the Resources page for information on wetlands. Likewise, riparian habitats, the areas along rivers and streams, have characteristics such as unique topography and a periodic flooding regime that limit the species that can successfully inhabit them. See the Resources page for information on riparian areas. We grow several wetland and riparian species for southeastern North America. Please call us if you have questions regarding species selection, installation, culture, etc.