Schwendimar' has survived and grown well under dryland conditions at Pullman, Lind, Central Ferry, and Mattawa Washington. Schwendimar' seed germinates in cool soils and develops rapidly. Rhizome growth may not occur the first growing season. If flowers in June and goes dormant with the onset of summer drought. Little regrowth occurs in the fall with the increased precipitation.
Growth resumes early in spring and rhizome development increases.
Late fall seeding has been very successful in establishing stands in the in the semiarid regions of Washington. Seedlings emerge in the spring and must be protected from weed competition. Secondary uses include pasture grazing following maturation of downy brome and crested wheatgrass and wildlife habitat. What's New Locations Links Technology Long Range Plans Pullman Climate EEO Statement Back to Main Pullman PMC page.