Additional information
| Product Type | Forage/Pasture Grass, Grass Mix |
|---|---|
| Cycle | Perennial |
| Origin | Introduced species |
| Seeds Per Pound | 250,001 – 500,000 Seeds per Pound |
| Seeding Rate (lb./acre) | 14-20 Pounds per Acre |
| Color | Green |
Hay Seed Forager
This is an excellent mix to use in making grass hay for livestock which contains a very palatable mix of grasses that are well suited for pastures and also make high value, nutritious dry matter for feed. The forage produced by this mix has a faster cure time and can tolerate herbicide application for broadleaf control. It is durable enough to withstand grazing, though its yields will vary depending on moisture levels and soil fertility.
Ingredients: Orchardgrass, Timothy, Fescue – Tall (Forage-Type), Ryegrass – Perennial (Forage-Type), Ryegrass – Annual
*Note: Ingredients may vary depending on seed availability.
Seeding Rate is 15 lbs per acre if using a seed drill to plant with in rows. If broadcasting seed by hand or with a broadcast spreader you will need 2 to 2.5 times more seed than the drill rate which is 30-37.5 lbs per acre.
The best time to plant is when the soil temperatures are between 50 and 65 degrees F. These soil temperatures usually occur when the daytime air temperatures are between 60-75 degrees F.
*Wholesale pricing available on orders 125 pounds or more on our pasture mixes. If interested please contact us for more information.
