Orchardgrass is a cool season perennial grass adapted to temperate climate areas. The branched orchardgrass inflorescence is a compact or partly spreading panicle. Seed heads are composed of spikelets that bear two to eight florets. Spikelets are attached to panicle branches by pedicels. Flowers are borne in one-sided clusters on stiff branches. Leaves vary in color from green to bluish-green. The lower surface is not shiny and has a distinct keel (center ridge). Leaf margins and leaf sheaths usually are somewhat rough to the touch when mature. Orchardgrass has good tolerance to heat and drought. It is a highly productive grass suitable for hay or pasture on well-drained soils under irrigated or nonirrigated conditions. Best used in situations where high quality management can be exercised. Orchardgrass does not have any serious insect pest problems.
GOLDFIELDS ORGANIC ORCHARD BLEND
