FrostProof Annual Ryegrass

  • Diploid (2N) annual ryegrass for improved winter hardiness when compared to tetraploids types
  • Bred for improved cold tolerance
  • Consistent winter hardiness in USDA zone 6; roughly 50%-75% in zone 5; planting before September is important to establish a root system and cold tolerance
  • Extensive root system; excellent choice for cover crop use
  • Consistently high forage yields; premium quality for hay, silage, and pasture
  • Extensively tested for over 10 years prior to release and has proven performance
  • Very good disease resistance including crown rust

Seeding: 15-20lbs/acre at 1/4″ to 1/2″ deep.  Drill or increase rate to broadcast seed.

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ANNUAL RYEGRASS

 

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Establishes very rapidly, giving you higher productivity in the planting season. Capable of producing forage yields in a very short period of time. Has good cold tolerance.

Best Use:

Single year forage production, or as green manure plowdown seeded in the fall.

Adaptation:

Well adapted to heavier soil types. Management: Heads out in early to midsummer. Usually winterkills in northern zones.

Planting Date:

March-May, Aug.-Sept.

Seeding:

30 lbs/acre alone or 10-15 lbs/ acre to beef up existing pastures

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