Seed Species

Problem-solving species for a broad variety of needs

For over 50 years, Sharp Brothers Seed has set the standard for top-quality seed for home, farm and commercial landscape use.

Today, Sharp Brothers offers new and improved varieties of both warm and cool season grasses, various legumes, forbs and wildflowers. These varieties, along with local-source native seed, continue to be produced for consumers throughout the Great Plains and inter-mountain areas.

Seeking species that offer special benefits like 'native', 'legumes', 'biofuel' or 'wildlife benefits'? Just click on the desired benefit in the drop down menu on the right for a shortened list of species to consider, call us at 800-462-8483 or request info by fax or email.

And, when you're ready to place your order, you'll find it's easier than ever to purchase Sharp Brothers Seed! Just select the species, in our Seed Species section, type in the quantities of seed desired for each species and click "add to cart." PLEASE REMEMBER WE SELL OVER 200 SPECIES OF SEEDS. NOT ALL ARE LISTED ON THE WEB SITE. CALL US AND ASK FOR THE SPECIE. WE MAY HAVE IT ON HAND OR WE MAY HAVE TO CHECK OUR OTHER WAREHOUSE OR GROWER FOR AVAILABILITY. ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT SPECIES ARE SUBJECT TO DAILY INVENTORY, SO ALWAYS LIST A PHONE NUMBER WITH YOUR ORDER. . Give us a call at 800-462-8483 and we'll advise you on availability and prices. DUE TO HIGH DEMAND, PLEASE CALL IN TO PLACE ORDERS!

Fagopyrum esculentum Common Name: Buckwheat Buckwheat is a short season crop that does well on low-fertility or acidic soils, but the soil must be well drained. Too much fertilizer, especially nitrogen, will reduce yields. In hot climates, it can only be grown by sowing late in the season, so ... [ More Info ]

Festuca arundinacea 'KY-31' Common Name: Kentucky 31 Fescue Kentucky 31 is one of the older "proven" varieties with a light green, coarse texture. K-31 remains popular still because of it's lower price and good overall usage qualities. This variety selection is not usually used on the finest turfgrass lawns... [ More Info ]

Festuca rubra Common Name: Creeping Red Fescue Creeping Red Fescue is widely planted for turfgrass in the transition and Northern cool season areas. Creeping Red Fescue is a fine bladed grass with medium to dark green color. It is established from seed easily, though not quite as quickly as ryeg... [ More Info ]

Gaillardia aristata Common Name: Blanket Flower Blanket Flower is a short lived native perennial wild flower perfect for sunny locations and well drained soil. The showy flowers of Blanket Flower are a nice addition to your butterfly garden and also make a great cut flower. Gaillardia aristata p... [ More Info ]

Gaillardia pulchella Common Name: Indian Blanket Indian Blanket is a short-lived annual flowering plant that is native to the central United States. The pinwheel-like florets of the flowerhead tend to be more red-violet, with the outer ray florets yellow. Branching stems are hairy and upright. The ... [ More Info ]

Game Bird Magnet Mix Food Plot Mix Common Name: Game Bird Magnet Mix This broadly adapted annual mixture will provide a smorgasboard of high energy seeds, while furnishing a dense durable cover. Custom blended to create a dependable magnetic environment that will attract and hold game birds on your ... [ More Info ]