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Demeter

An erect, densely tillered continental type. A hardy cultivar that tolerates to periods of set stocking by sheep and cattle. Demeter makes good growth through mid-summer and is better adapted to areas with good summer and autumn rainfall.

Product Description

  • Deep-rooted, densely tillered Tall Fescue
  • Erect growth habit demonstrating strong spring and summer activity and low winter production
  • Provides excellent persistence and performance in growing regions that are spring and summer rainfall dominant
  • Long-term persistence can be reduced if grown in areas where drought stresses are commonly encountered during the summer period
  • Adaptable to a wide range of soil types and is tolerant of low fertile, poorly drained areas and moderate salinity
  • Especially productive for a 6-7 month growing season with moderate to high rainfall
  • A tough leaved variety and palatability is generally low compared to soft-leaved Fescue varieties
  • Provides superior tolerance to low summer rainfall, mismanagement and low soil fertility
  • Best suited to marginal situations where long-term persistence is required