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 […]
Cool Season Grass vs. Warm Season Grass
Cool-season grass, and warm-season grass. These are terms often used in the native grass industry. You may have heard them too, but sometimes they can be a little confusing. If you have ever wondered whether to plant cool-season grass or warm-season grass, keep reading as our Bamert experts dive into the subject. Cool Season Grasses […]
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 […]
Will This Seed Grow Here? Seven Items to Consider in Seed Selection
You may find yourself thinking, “Will this variety grow well in my garden/field in ___________? (Fill in the blank with your location.)” Whether or not a certain variety or species will thrive in an intended area is a question we receive season after season here at Bamert. While the locations vary, we always respond with […]
6 Steps to Successful Seeding
Successful seeding can be achieved, but as with any endeavor, it takes planning. There’s nothing more satisfying than achieving the results you’ve hoped for when you place seed in the ground. And when you have the six necessary components for successful seeding, you can plant with confidence and expect the very best. Have the right […]
Monocultures — 3 Reasons to Steer Clear
While a monoculture might sound like the easiest way to address land management challenges, be wary of “silver bullet” solutions. A monoculture is the cultivation or growth of a single crop or organisms. In the case of grasses, they are typically introduced species. It’s tempting to fall for the promise that the “next best grass” […]
Tips for Reading a Seed Bag Tag
Whether you purchase a one-pound bag of grass seed at a chain store or a 50-pound custom blend from Bamert, your seed bag will include a seed tag. These tags are required by law to protect the consumer and provide information about what they’re purchasing. But if the buyer doesn’t understand the seed tag, it […]
Engelmann Daisy: Species Spotlight
Engelmann Daisy is part of the “Big Four” of perennial forbs native to Texas. It will offer the same great benefits of the other desirable native species we’ve discussed in our series thus far. However, Engelmann Daisy—Latin name, Engelmannia pinnatifida—features some distinguishing differences to set it apart from the other three in this select group. […]
Leave the Leaves
This fall, put away the rake and forget those lawn bags. It’s time to leave the leaves and give your garden all the benefits that come from letting the leaves remain. We know it’s the norm to get the leaves picked up, bagged, and sent to the landfill, but when you do this, you actually rob […]
Maximilian Sunflower: Species Spotlight
Diversity is key to a healthy, thriving ecosystem. If you’re going to have to have a lot of variety, you might as well include a show stopper. Maximilian Sunflower shines as part of the “Big Four” perennial forbs with similar nutrition and nectar sources. Maximilian Sunflower—Latin name, Helianthus maximiliani—has its own merits as an ornamental. […]