The Life of a Bamert Seed
Bamert Seed Company’s dedication to providing the best has allowed us to offer over 400 species of high-quality native grasses, forbs, and legumes. The species and varieties we produce have been carefully selected to match the soil and climatic conditions of the Southern Great Plains and beyond, making them adaptable to most areas in the […]
Understanding Soil Type: Optimizing Native Grass Growth
Establishing native plants requires you to use high-quality, pure seeds. But before you can put those seeds into the ground, you have to know all about your soil type. An in-depth knowledge of your soil type allows you to determine the best species for your project, how much water you will need, and what kind […]
A Guide to Seeding and Establishing Native Species
By Nicholas Demel It is difficult to overstate the many benefits that come from seeding and establishing native plant species. These species protect soil and prevent erosion, strengthen a local ecosystem by creating a natural habitat for wildlife and insects, and provide a constant food source for wildlife and livestock (whether foliage or seeds). While […]
Don’t Waste Money by Going Cheap With Your Seed
By Rob Cook, Director of Business Development, Bamert Seed When undertaking a reclamation, right of way, or construction project, some of the biggest concerns during and after the construction are stopping and preventing erosion, restoring the hydrology of the site, and the other site work needed to reestablish the vegetation. All of the dirt work […]
Best Food Sources and Habitats for Animals
Butterflies, bees, and birds are drawn to these native blends because they provide food for pollinators and have beautiful aesthetics. Texas Wildflower Blend Bird & Butterfly Blend Honey Bee Blend American Magic Wildflower Mix Deer enjoy these native blends. Many of them offer winter forage for all animals and high protein for deer. They include […]
Bamert Seed Staff’s Favorite Native Plants
Texas Wildflower Blend Natalie Ingle If you ever meet Natalie, you’ll find her to be a very colorful, outgoing person, and truly a proud Texan! All of her favorite native seeds are found in our Texas Wildflower Blend. Natalie wants everyone to experience a life full of vibrant color, and this blend provides that perfect POP! […]
Seeds Are Life
When our customers are looking to grow specific native species that they request or our specialists recommend, many wonder what the seeds actually look like. Getting all the details, even knowing the appearance of the seed, is important before making these big decisions! Blue Grama Buffalograss Sideoats Little Bluestem Big Bluestem Yellow Indiangrass Purple Prairie […]
5 Principles of Soil Health
Rainfall is one thing landowners cannot control. That’s the bad news. But, here’s the good news. The amount of rainfall is not the determining factor when it comes to soil health. Rather, it’s the rainfall retained that truly makes a difference. Here are the 5 principles to help maximize every drop of moisture and optimize […]
Re-establishing Native Vegetation
Part 1, Selecting Seed & Seeding Rate By Barry Coker, Reclamation Specialist, Bamert Seed The title “Reclamation Specialist” seems relatively self-explanatory but it can be surprisingly complex. My colleagues and I are all very different people, but we all have one thing in common – we love to help people. Coincidentally, we are tasked with […]
Re-establishing Native Vegetation (Pt 2)
The Right Tool for the Job By Barry Coker, Reclamation Specialist, Bamert Seed The biggest bottleneck that we deal with when it comes to helping our customers establish native vegetation is the availability of the right equipment to use and an understanding of how to use it. When I started writing this article, I has […]