The Mission of the Yellowstone County Weed Department is to assist the public, private, and other government agencies to manage and control existing noxious weed infestations as well as to prevent new invasive species from infesting Yellowstone County.

CheatgrassBromous tectorum

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Rosette

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Bloom

Mature

Dormant

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Attribute	Information
Toxicity	Non-toxic.
Control	Prescribed grazing and herbicide. Contact your County Weed District or local Applicator for more information.
Habitat	Wide range of habitats and environmental conditions; often spreads over large areas.
Root	Fibrous root system with rapid growth, spreading vertically first, then laterally.
Leaf Shape	Blade-shaped.
Lifespan	Annual; one year life cycle.
Priority 3 Weed	Not a noxious weed, but a regulated plant; potential for significant negative economic and ecological impacts.
Similar Looking Plants	Canada and fringed brome grasses.
Important Information	Awns attached to seed heads will stick to clothing and animal fur. This plant is able to grow at wider temperature ranges than many native grasses.