| Species: |
Rescuegrass (Bromus catharticus Vahl.) |
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| Origin: |
Mediterranean region |
| Use: |
Grazing, hay |
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| Description: |
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General:
Life Span:
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2-3 feet tall, erect, bunchgrass.
Membraneous ligule, auricle absent, large flattened spikelets.
Short-lived perennial, annual.
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| Adaptation: |
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pH:
Soil:
Rainfall:
Temperature:
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5.5-7.5
Sandy-loam, clay-loam.
18-28 inches.
7º F (minimum).
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| Management: |
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Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
Planting Depth:
Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production:
General: |
20-25 lb PLS/A
September-October
<0.25 inch
$20-25/A
February-April
3000-4000 lb/A
Lacks cold tolerance in extreme north Texas.
It may "brown" back when temperature <15F°, however it will green-up when temperatures warm-up.
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| Notes: |
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- Due to early maturity it can be overseed into bermudagrass pastures to extend grazing season.
- Responds to increased fertility.
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