Grass Projects

Many grasses, sedges, and rushes do a great job in green infrastructure features. Our Plants for GI Charts help narrow down the choices.

Stormwater control measures (SCM) are structures that treat and manage the water that runs off parking lots, roof tops, and other impermeable surfaces during and after a rain event. Green stormwater infrastructure measures like bioretention cells and stormwater wetlands use plants, soils, and natural systems to slow and collect runoff, filter out pollutants, and increase water infiltration. Grasses and grass-like plants are ideal for these measures! Their bunching habit and extensive root systems boost their ecological value by slowing stormwater, reducing erosion, and sequestering carbon. We've taken these plants and put them into a chart to help you decide what plants work best for your projects.

Planting liners directly in the landscape is a smart choice, especially on big projects. Check out this savvy guide to learn why liners make good horticultural and economic sense.

They call him, “The Prairie Preacher,” and he’ll definitely make you believe. Dr. Dwayne Estes of the Southeastern Grasslands Initiative sheds new light on the history and importance of Southeastern grasslands.

Plan ahead and get your landscape projects off to the right start with liners.