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Marshall Ryegrass is a variety that was released by Mississippi State University in 1981. Marshall is highly sought after for its extreme cold tolerance, especially for northern pastures where Gulf Annual Ryegrass just cannot tolerate the colder temperatures.
Product Information
- Application or Use: Pasture, Cattle Forage, Livestock Grazing, Cover Crop, Erosion Control
- Germination Time: 5 - 7 days, under optimal conditions
- Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season
- Height: 8 - 20 inches
- Sunlight Requirements: 4+ hours, full sun for best results
- Advantages: Highly sought after for its extreme cold tolerance.
- When to Plant: Recommended planting time is fall and spring when night time temperatures are consistently between 50 and 65 degrees.
Product Detail
- Extreme cold tolerance
- High yields in forage production
- Cover crop, forage or hay production
- Rapid germination
- Tolerant to close grazing
Product Information
Application areas for Marshall Ryegrass vary depending on the intended use. Primarily, Marshall Ryegrass is used for pastures where it has high yields in forage production. Marshall provides dramatically better steer weight gains as well, in comparison to Gulf Annual Ryegrass.
Marshall Ryegrass can be used as a cover crop, forage, or hay production. Marshall Ryegrass establishes rapidly, which makes it an excellent choice for soil protection and weed management. Marshall Ryegrass has a moderate tolerance to wet soils and temporary flooding. Marshall Ryegrass adapts well to various soil types, where little preparation is needed for rapid germination. In trials, Marshall Ryegrass has shown superiority to Gulf Annual Ryegrass in both cold tolerance and tolerance to close grazing, especially in the north.
Ryegrass is a cool season variety, plant once nighttime temperatures are consistently 65 degrees and below.
*Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.
Planting during fall or winter at a rate of 25 to 50 lbs. per acre if broadcasting, or 30 lbs. per acre if drilling. Plant at a depth of 1/4 inches.
Ryegrass is a cool season variety, plant once nighttime temperatures are consistently 65 degrees and below.
Instructions
When choosing to start a new lawn, remove old vegetation by using a de-thatcher, power rake or tiller to kill the existing vegetation. Rake or drag the area to remove debris and dead grass for a clean area. Ensure the soil is leveled and loosened to allow the seed to have good soil contact once spread on a clean seed bed.
If you have an area with heavy weed coverage, we recommend starting fresh by killing and removing the existing vegetation. If you choose to use chemicals, herbicides or fertilizers, you must check with the product's manufacturer prior to planting new seed to ensure the proper waiting period.
When overseeding an existing area, mow your lawn at the lowest setting and bag the clippingsx. Rake or drag any areas that have dead thatch or debris.