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Prairie grass

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Name:Prairie Grass (Bromus wildenowie)
DescriptionAn annual to or short lived perennial grass. Most growth in autumn, winter and spring. Suited to fertile, well‑drained soils. Must be rotationally grazed for good production and persistence. Sow in autumn.
Sowing rate:7–60 kg/ha up to 40–60 kg/ha for under irrigation.
Minimum average rainfall:850 mm
Seed available:

Grasslands Matua (Wrightson Seeds)

Atom (PGG Seeds)

Prairie grass

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  • Prairie grass (Agnote DPI-286)
  • Introduction to selecting pastures in NSW (Primefact 1539)
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