Great Basin Seed has formulated a seed mixes for remediation, erosion control and beautification after the Davis fire 2024. Proactive landowners will benefit from seeding projects that provide soil cover and stabilization, improve wildlife habitat, restore pastures, and mitigate flooding. This seed mix has been formulated with ground cover and erosion control as the primary objective.
After a wildfire, two primary objectives should be addressed: 1) prevent erosion and 2) combat invasive species and weeds. Flash flooding is a common occurrence after a wildfire because the natural mechanisms for holding back rainwater are removed by the fire. Invasive species, ever the optimists, invade quickly after a fire and fill the void left by the fire. This seed mix is designed with these two objectives in mind.
Our Davis Fire Restoration Mix arrive at your doorstep pre-mixed, ready for sowing. It is made of proven species that are commonly used in the mountains and foothills of the Intermountain West. The species in this mix are both introduced and species native to Nevada and other western states. They have been selected because they are adapted to the climate, soil and environmental conditions of the western Nevada area.
The Davis Fire Restoration Mix has a minimum order quantity of 10 pounds – enough to cover one-half acre.
Seeding Rate: 20 lbs. per acre
Suggestions for successful planting:
- Don’t be afraid to plant a combination of natives and non-natives and a combination of species. Diversity increases your chances for success.
- If these mixes do not meet your needs for any reason, please call and we will formulate a mix with you.
- Consider planting shrubs and flowers with your grass mixes. We have included recommendations below.
- Call us for help! We are happy to walk with you through the process and help however we can! 435.283.1411
Davis Fire Native and Introduced Mix
| Species | Approx. % By Weight |
|---|---|
| Siberian Wheatgrass | 15% |
| Western Wheatgrass | 20% |
| Smooth Brome | 8% |
| Streambank Wheatgrass | 10% |
| Green Needlegrass | 12% |
| Sandberg Bluegrass | 8% |
| Sheep Fescue | 12% |
| Western Wildflower Seed Mix | 15% |
Regreen Hybrid Wheatgrass
Consider planting Regreen Hybrid Wheatgrass as a nurse or cover crop option. This can be planted in conjunction with the Davis Fire Restoration Mix or other fire reclamation mixes. The Regreen Hybrid Wheatgrass is a certified sterile wheatgrass that won’t reseed or compete with other desired species. With characteristics from both parents, wheat and wheatgrass, Regreen Hybrid Wheatgrass is ideal for aiding in the establishment of native plant communities. Regreen is both rapid-germinating and drought tolerant, making it a great option for erosion control.
Low-Flammability Landscape Plants
A very informative guide to protecting your home from fire using landscaping, barriers and fire wise planting practices. Learn how to create buffer zones, and how to utilize fire-wise plants. Contains a list of over 100 species beneficial for firewire landscaping
Published by the Colorado State University Extension, Colorado State Forest Service
