Description
Elena Seed is a superior tetraploid perennial ryegrass variety known for its high forage yield potential, excellent forage quality, and outstanding persistence. This medium-maturing variety has demonstrated remarkable performance in state trials across the United States, making it an ideal choice for livestock and dairy producers seeking high productivity.
Key Features:
- Superior Forage Yield: Offers high forage yield potential, contributing to enhanced productivity.
- Excellent Forage Quality: Known for its palatability and digestibility, ideal for livestock feed.
- Vigorous Growth: Features vigorous, dark green plants with high disease resistance, including excellent rust and leaf disease resistance.
- Fast Stand Establishment: Rapid germination and excellent seedling vigor ensure quick establishment.
- Winter Hardiness & Persistence: Performs well through winter and shows long-lasting persistence under various conditions.
Planting Guidelines:
| Planting Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Soil Preparation | Ensure well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5-7.0 for optimal growth. |
| Seeding Rate | 10-12 lbs./acre for new pastures or 6-8 lbs./acre for overseeding. |
| Planting Depth | Seed depth should be ¼ inch for optimal germination. |
| Ideal Planting Time | Plant in early spring or late summer for best establishment conditions. |
Maintenance Recommendations:
| Maintenance Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Mowing Height | Keep pasture height at 2-4 inches for optimal growth and forage production. |
| Fertilization | Apply 60-80 lbs. of nitrogen per acre annually, based on soil test recommendations. |
| Irrigation | Ensure consistent watering during dry periods, especially in the establishment phase. |
| Weed Management | Use appropriate herbicides to manage broadleaf and grassy weeds. |
| Disease/Insect Control | Apply fungicides and insecticides as necessary for pest management. |
Elena’s superior yield and quality, combined with rapid establishment and robust disease resistance, make it an excellent choice for pastures intended for horse, dairy, or beef production. Whether you’re looking to increase milk production or promote weight gains, Elena offers a reliable and productive solution.
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