Letterman needlegrass

Achnatherum lettermanii

Formerly Stipa lettermanii. Cool season, perennial bunchgrass that occurs across a wide range of elevations from 5,000-11,700 ft. One of the most cold hardy of the needlegrasses. Excellent for revegetation of upper elevation sites. Remains green throughout most of the growing season. Has been used in mine reclamation.