Agricultural properties are very common in the Pacific Northwest and they can vary from smaller acreages with smaller paddocks to medium sized pastures and also vast fields. Native field grasses in the Pacific Northwest and hardy, fast growing and adaptable. Not only do native grasses make for essential grazing of stock and horses, they also are commonly used for hay in the summer months, stocking up for use during the winter months when the native grasses are dormant. Just as important is that healthy field grasses provide a competitive groundcover against invasive species that may seek to take a foothold and crowd out vast areas of property. Western Washington is home to many native and invasive species of brush, including Scotch Broom, Himalayan Blackberry, Salmonberry, soapberry in addition to native aggressive tree species including Alder and Cottonwood. A healthy field grass mix, when correctly maintained can also help protect sloped...