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Pasture Italian Ryegrass Seed
Italian Ryegrass is a fast-establishing, winter-active ryegrass that is more persistent than annual ryegrass, lasting 1-3 years depending on seasonal conditions. It is commonly sown for a high-quality, short-term winter crop, providing multiple grazings in winter and spring. Italian ryegrass can also be over-sown into run-down pastures to boost winter and early spring performance.
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For more information see below tabs ‘Description’ and ‘Features’ to see if this grass suits you!
Blade
Fine
Colour
Medium Green
Growth
Dense
Growth Rate
Fast
Detailed Description
Italian Ryegrass is a versatile and productive pasture grass known for its rapid establishment and winter activity. More persistent than annual ryegrass, it can last between 1 to 3 years, depending on seasonal conditions. Italian Ryegrass is ideal for producing high-quality, short-term winter crops that provide multiple grazings throughout winter and spring. It is also effective for over-sowing into run-down pastures to enhance winter and early spring performance.
This ryegrass thrives in temperate regions of Australia, providing excellent forage quality with high energy and protein content, making it suitable for intensive grazing systems. Its adaptability to different soil types and climates allows it to be used across various agricultural settings.
Sowing Tips
For optimal results, sow Italian Ryegrass at a rate suitable for your conditions, using an appropriate seed spreader to ensure even distribution. Prepare the soil well to facilitate rapid establishment and maintain consistent moisture during the germination period.
Optimal Planting Time
The best time to plant is during autumn when soil temperatures are conducive to germination and growth.
Germination
Germination typically begins within 7-10 days under ideal conditions, with rapid establishment following.
Water
Italian Ryegrass requires consistent moisture during the germination and early growth stages. Once established, it tolerates a range of moisture conditions but will perform best with regular watering.
Fertilising
Regular fertilisation is recommended to support vigorous growth and maintain forage quality. Use a balanced fertiliser like McKays Slow Release Lawn Fertiliser for best results.
Grazing
With high feed value in terms of energy and protein, Italian Ryegrass is ideally suited for intensive grazing systems. It also serves well for hay and silage production.
Ideal Usage
Suitable for pastures, intensive grazing, hay, and silage production. It can also be used to improve existing pastures.
Seed & Package Details
100% Italian Ryegrass PASTURE seed. Independently tested with 85% Min Germination, 98% purity. A seed testing certificate is available upon request.
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Locations
Season
Warm season grasses thrive during the warmer months in Spring and Summer and may go dormant in cooler climates through winter.
Cool season grasses thrive during the cooler months in Winter
Seed information
Shade tolerance (Weather)
- Full Sun
- Part Shade
- Heavy Shade
- Full Shade
Drought tolerance (Weather)
- Moderate
- Good
- Excellent
Traffic tolerance (Weather)
- Moderate
- Good
- Excellent
Frost tolerance
- Poor
- Moderate
- Good
- Excellent
Average days to germination
- 2-3 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-4 Weeks
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