Spartina Alterniflora (Smooth Cordgrass)

Smooth cordgrass is the dominant emergent grass species found growing along tidal salt marshes of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Utilized extensively for erosion control along shorelines. Effective soil stabilizer used on interior tidal mudflats, dredge-fill sites, and other areas of loose and unconsolidated soils associated with marsh restoration. Absorbs wave energy and screens suspended solids from intertidal waters. Will tolerate petroleum contaminated soils. Provides food and cover to a number of marsh birds and mammals and is recognized as an important forage species for livestock producers along the central gulf coast.

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• Active Growth Period: Spring/Summer

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Mature Height: 4’

• Shade Tolerance: Intolerant

• Lifespan: Long

• Root Depth: 10”

• pH Range: 5.5-7.5

• Salinity Tolerance: High

• Wetland Indicator Status: SPAL

• Live Plug Size: 2”