When only a total of 100 or 150 lb. The current Wisconsin N recommendation for reed canarygrass is 250 lb. It also offers little environmental risk, as it appears reed canarygrass is a very efficient user of nitrogen. The study also points to the importance of providing some form of N at optimum rates to maximize production. For more information on reed canarygrass variety selection and seeding practices, contact the UW Extension office.
Late summer is an excellent time to seed reed canarygrass.