Silveus' Dropseed Prairies of Northeast Texas
Introduction
In the north and east edges of the Blackland Prairie, a different type
of soil helped create a different type of prairie. Sandier, low
pH alfisol soils formed mainly on bedrocks higher in sand content
and lower in calcium carbonate. In areas of the northern
Blackland
Prairie with these alfisols and higher relative precipitation, two
unique prairie types occur. These special Silveus' Dropseed prairies are an incredible scene to behold in spring and fall with beautiful prairie wildflowers and other native plants in bloom, and alone are well worth a visit to northeast Texas. In addition, the grassland birds, butterflies, native bees, and other wildlife that make these prairies their home and breeding grounds will brighten your visit.
Learn and See More
- Read the full article, "Silveus' Dropseed Prairies of Northeast Texas", to learn more about these prairies and where you can go to see them.
- View photos of these beautiful prairies in the Silveus' Dropseed Prairie photo album.
Discover Prairies and Join Us
Learn more about Texas prairies by exploring our website. You can take a virtual visit and learn about the prairies we protect on our prairie page, and see more photos of field trips and events in our photo album.Help protect our native prairies and the native plants, grassland birds, butterflies, bees, and other wildlife that make our Texas prairies their home by joining the Native Prairies Association of Texas.