Phalaris
Estimated Delivery between April 24 and April 26.
Phalaris is a deep-rooted perennial grass known for its exceptional drought tolerance, persistence, and adaptability to a wide range of soils. Originally developed for dryland farming systems, Phalaris performs best in summer-dry, free-draining environments where it provides long-term, high-quality feed.
It is one of the most persistent temperate grasses available, capable of surviving both drought and grazing stress when properly managed.
is best in a mix as you can get Phalaris staggers is the biggest risk in straight stands, caused by alkaloids (tryptamines and β-carbolines) that can build up in plants under certain conditions
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| Sowing rate |
1-3kg per hectare in a mix |
| heading date | Early |
- Ideal for dryland and marginal country, reducing re-sowing frequency due to its long lifespan.
- Is known to reduce grass grub pressure in pastures.
- Improves pasture resilience in the face of dry spells, reducing bare soil exposure.
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Phalaris
Phalaris is a deep-rooted perennial grass known for its exceptional drought tolerance, persistence, and adaptability to a wide range of soils. Originally developed for dryland farming systems, Phalaris performs best in summer-dry, free-draining environments where it provides long-term, high-quality feed.
It is one of the most persistent temperate grasses available, capable of surviving both drought and grazing stress when properly managed.
is best in a mix as you can get Phalaris staggers is the biggest risk in straight stands, caused by alkaloids (tryptamines and β-carbolines) that can build up in plants under certain conditions
| Persistence | 5+ Years |
|---|---|
| Sowing rate |
1-3kg per hectare in a mix |
| heading date | Early |
- Ideal for dryland and marginal country, reducing re-sowing frequency due to its long lifespan.
- Is known to reduce grass grub pressure in pastures.
- Improves pasture resilience in the face of dry spells, reducing bare soil exposure.
We are a family-based business that lives and breathes farming. In 1937, we purchased our first family property for growing seed crops in North Canterbury. Four generations and 86 years later in 2023, we are still immersed in the industry.
We are a family-based business that lives and breathes farming. In 1937, we purchased our first family property for growing seed crops in North Canterbury. Four generations and 86 years later in 2023, we are still immersed in the industry.
