Native Plant Species Finder Tool

Part of EcoRestore Utah

green needlegrass
Photo Credit to: Matt Lavin

Green Needlegrass
Nassella Viridula

Plant type: Grass
Growing Season: Cool
Life Cycle: Perennial
Cover: Low

Soil & Plant Characteristics

Acceptable Soil Types: Clay, Loam, Silt, Sand
Acceptable Soil Conditions: Alkaline, Salt
Max Plant Height (in ft): 3
First Bloom: June
Last Bloom: July
Flower Color: Yellow

Location

Minimum Elevation (in ft): No minimum elevation found
Maximum Elevation (in ft): 10000
Counties: Daggett, Iron, Rich, Saltlake, Sanpete, Uintah

Reproduction and Growth

Growth Rate: Rapid
Germination Overall: Low
Germination Rate: Moderate
Germination Requirements: Cold stratification
Reproduction: Moderate
Establishment: High

Ecological

Best Suited For These Conditions: Flooding, Disturbance
Best Suited For These Management Goals: Wildlife habitat, Big Game habitat, Songbird habitat, Upland Game habitat, Livestock tolerant, Erosion control, Drought resilience