DLF OR BARENBRUG RHODES GRASS KATAMBORA COATED SEED PER KG (SPR)
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Katambora Rhodes grass is a versatile subtropical perennial that is adapted to a wide range of soil types and is easily established to produce high quality forage and hay (if cut at the right time).
In a grass or legume mix, Katambora Rhodes displays rapid growth in both irrigated and dryland systems, displaying superior water use efficiency compared with other subtropical varieties.
Use as a permanent pasture or annual forage.
In regions with extremely cold winters or long dry seasons, Katambora Rhodes can act as an annual and can also be used for erosion control.
Due to its growth habit, Katambora Rhodes can restore soil structure and improve organic matter levels.
Key features:
Highly stoloniferous, versatile and earlier flowering than Callide Quick establishing diploid variety
Better tolerance to low temperatures
Remains leafy and productive into autumn
Key benefits:
Greater drought tolerance and ability to grow on lower fertility soils
Withstands soil/moisture variations and periodic water logging
Common Questions
What is Katambora Rhodes grass and what's it used for?
Katambora Rhodes grass is a subtropical perennial grass that produces high quality forage and hay. You can use it as a permanent pasture or annual forage, and it's also suitable for erosion control. It establishes quickly and works well in grass or legume mixes.
What soil types does Katambora Rhodes suit?
Katambora Rhodes is adapted to a wide range of soil types and has greater drought tolerance with the ability to grow on lower fertility soils. It also withstands soil and moisture variations, including periodic waterlogging.
How does Katambora Rhodes perform in dry conditions?
Katambora Rhodes displays superior water use efficiency compared with other subtropical varieties and works well in both irrigated and dryland systems. In regions with extremely cold winters or long dry seasons, it can act as an annual. It remains leafy and productive into autumn.
What are the key advantages of this variety?
Katambora Rhodes is a quick establishing diploid variety that's highly stoloniferous and versatile. It flowers earlier than Callide, has better tolerance to low temperatures, and can help restore soil structure and improve organic matter levels due to its growth habit.
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