When is the right time to plant? Compare the germination temperature listed below to your soil temperature. Read this article for more info: When Can I Start Planting?
Basic Info | ||||||
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Maturity (Days) | Seeds/lb | C/N at Maturity | Growth Habit | Root Type/Depth | Cold Kill (F) | Dry Matter Potential(Tons/acre) |
60-70 | 120000 | High | Upright | Medium Fibrous | 32 | 1- 4 |
Use and Characteristics | ||||||||
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N Fix Potential | Lasting Residue | Palatability | Hay Harvest | Regrowth | Deep Compaction | Surface Compaction | Weed Suppression | Crimp Kill |
Very Good | Good | Very Good | Good | Good | Good | Very Good | Difficult |
Planting | |||
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Plant Depth | Min Germ Temp(F) | Drilled Seed Rate (lbs/acre) | Broadcast Seed Rate (lb/acre) |
1/4 - 1" | 48 | 15-20 | 25-30 |
Tolerance | |||||||
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Heat | Drought | Shade | Wet Soil | Low Fertility | Low pH Soil | High pH Salinity | High pH Calcareous |
Good | Fair | Fair | Excellent | Good | Excellent | Very Good | Good |