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Bromus catharticus (Rescue Grass) Seeds
Bromus catharticus, commonly known as Rescue Grass or Prairie Grass, is a cool-season, annual to short-lived perennial grass in the Poaceae family. Native to South America, it is valued worldwide for its versatility as forage, erosion control, and soil improvement. With its fast growth and ability to thrive in diverse conditions, it is an excellent choice for pasture and ecological restoration projects.
Characteristics:
• Plant Description: Bromus catharticus grows in clumps, reaching a height of 60–100 cm. Its broad, flat leaves and upright growth habit make it easily recognizable. The plant produces graceful, drooping seed heads that mature from green to a golden-brown hue.
• Growth Habit: It is a hardy species that establishes quickly and is adaptable to various soil types, including poor or degraded soils.
• Climatic Tolerance: This grass thrives in temperate and subtropical climates, with excellent tolerance for cooler temperatures and moderate drought.
Benefits and Uses:
• Forage Grass: Rescue Grass is a highly palatable and nutritious forage, suitable for grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and horses. It provides high-quality fodder, especially in the cooler months.
• Erosion Control: Its dense root system helps stabilize soil, making it ideal for controlling erosion on slopes and degraded land.
• Soil Improvement: Bromus catharticus is often used in crop rotation and green manure systems to enhance soil fertility and organic matter content.
• Wildlife Habitat: Its seeds and foliage provide food and shelter for various wildlife species.
Cultivation:
• Sowing: Sow seeds directly into well-prepared soil in early spring or autumn. Broadcast the seeds evenly and lightly cover them with soil.
• Growth Conditions: Prefers full sun and well-drained soils but tolerates a range of conditions, including heavy clay and sandy soils.
• Maintenance: This low-maintenance grass requires moderate watering during establishment. It is resilient to pests and diseases, with minimal intervention needed.
Unique Features:
• Rapid growth and quick establishment make it a reliable choice for areas requiring fast ground cover.
• Its ability to thrive in marginal soils enhances its value for land restoration projects.
Shipping:
Available for shipping within India and worldwide. Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 weeks.
From Deodar Seeds Company.
Bromus catharticus, commonly known as Rescue Grass or Prairie Grass, is a cool-season, annual to short-lived perennial grass in the Poaceae family. Native to South America, it is valued worldwide for its versatility as forage, erosion control, and soil improvement. With its fast growth and ability to thrive in diverse conditions, it is an excellent choice for pasture and ecological restoration projects.
Characteristics:
• Plant Description: Bromus catharticus grows in clumps, reaching a height of 60–100 cm. Its broad, flat leaves and upright growth habit make it easily recognizable. The plant produces graceful, drooping seed heads that mature from green to a golden-brown hue.
• Growth Habit: It is a hardy species that establishes quickly and is adaptable to various soil types, including poor or degraded soils.
• Climatic Tolerance: This grass thrives in temperate and subtropical climates, with excellent tolerance for cooler temperatures and moderate drought.
Benefits and Uses:
• Forage Grass: Rescue Grass is a highly palatable and nutritious forage, suitable for grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and horses. It provides high-quality fodder, especially in the cooler months.
• Erosion Control: Its dense root system helps stabilize soil, making it ideal for controlling erosion on slopes and degraded land.
• Soil Improvement: Bromus catharticus is often used in crop rotation and green manure systems to enhance soil fertility and organic matter content.
• Wildlife Habitat: Its seeds and foliage provide food and shelter for various wildlife species.
Cultivation:
• Sowing: Sow seeds directly into well-prepared soil in early spring or autumn. Broadcast the seeds evenly and lightly cover them with soil.
• Growth Conditions: Prefers full sun and well-drained soils but tolerates a range of conditions, including heavy clay and sandy soils.
• Maintenance: This low-maintenance grass requires moderate watering during establishment. It is resilient to pests and diseases, with minimal intervention needed.
Unique Features:
• Rapid growth and quick establishment make it a reliable choice for areas requiring fast ground cover.
• Its ability to thrive in marginal soils enhances its value for land restoration projects.
Shipping:
Available for shipping within India and worldwide. Orders are typically dispatched within 1–2 weeks.
From Deodar Seeds Company.
SKU: HER48
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