Mathilde

Order seeds

perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S, Denmark

tetraploid

Maximum yield in production:

0.46 t/ha (dry matter in North-Western region)
2.62 t/ha (at the level of the check variety of Central region)

State Register

North Western and Central regions

Development features

Quick growth and regrowth after cutting. It forms a thick carpet-like stand. High trampling, intensive load and disease resistance. Good winter hardiness and durability. It is well suited for lowlands and unfavourable regions.

Planting time

Sowing during the entire season is possible, until September (for lawn purposes), subject to sufficient moisture level

Seeding rate (viable seed/m²)

10–12 kg/ha — for seeds, regular row sowing
6–8 kg/ha — wide row with an inter-row distance of 30 cm
25–30 kg/ha — for forage, row sowing
30–50 g/m² — lawns

Soil requirements

In the autumn of the year preceding sowing, compound fertiliser based on P90K150. Prior to sowing and in the spring in subsequent years prior to regrowth, 45‑60 kg/ ha N.

Disease resistance

The variety is resistant to most diseases. Excellent spot and rust resistance

Intended use

Forage pasture, cutting, lawns