Description
This late-maturing Orchardgrass variety is bred for exceptional durability, persistence, and disease resistance. Highly adaptable and versatile, it performs well in grazing systems, hay production, and silage operations. Its extended maturity provides a longer harvest window and dependable forage supply for diverse livestock operations.
Plant Characteristics & Benefits
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Late Maturity: Extends forage availability and grazing period
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Strong Disease Resistance: Protects against foliar diseases for healthier stands
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Excellent Persistence: Maintains productivity over multiple years
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Versatile Use: Ideal for grazing, haying, or silage production
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High Adaptability: Performs well across a wide range of soils and climates
Key Features
| Characteristic | |
|---|---|
| Growth Type | Cool-season perennial grass |
| Days to Germinate | 10–21 days |
| Forage Use | Grazing, hay, silage |
| Suitable For | Dairy & beef cattle, horses, sheep, goats |
| Stand Longevity | Long-lasting perennial stands |
| Disease Resistance | Strong foliar and crown rust tolerance |
Planting & Maintenance Guidelines
| Planting Method | Seeding Rate (lbs/acre) | Depth | Planting Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drilled (pure stand) | 12–15 lbs/acre | ¼” – ½” | Early Spring or Late Summer | Firm seedbed; maintain moisture during establishment |
| Mixed with Legumes (e.g., Alfalfa) | 8–10 lbs/acre | ¼” – ½” | Early Spring or Late Summer | Improves forage balance and nitrogen availability |
Lifecycle: Perennial
Use: Pasture, Hay, Silage
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