Perennial Ryegrass

Perennial ryegrass is a high yielding, high quality grass. Under grazing management, the best varieties are very persistent provided they are well fertilized and well managed. It is suitable for cultivation in most types of soils. Perennial ryegrass includes both diploid and tetraploid varieties. Tetraploid varieties are usually taller, with wider leaves and longer tillers – offering greater production consistently. Tetraploids are commonly less dense, which makes them a good option when mixed with legumes. While diploids often have deeper crowns, which make them more tolerant to stress and traffic, they also provide better sod coverage, which is valuable for quick establishment in multiple soil environments.