Phalaris
Phalaris Aquatica L.
A lowland hardy, blue-green perennial grass found mainly on fertile soils.
Tolerant of heavy soils that are wet in winter and survive severe summer droughts.
Drought resistant - excellent drought regrowth
Grows best on drier soils in autumn and winter.
Withstands hard grazing and treading once established
Has excellent pest resistance
Grass grub resistance - is known to reduce grass grub numbers in the soil.
Helping to protect companion grasses and legumes.
cons
Pure stands can be toxic always plant as part of a mix
contains an alkaloid causing a nervous disorder, phalaris staggers, in grazing stock.When sown as a minor component in a mix with other dryland grasses, this is not normally a problem
MixturesRyegrass (spring growth) and cocksfoot (summer-winter growth), or with tall fescue, clovers/legumes and or herbs.
Suggested sow rate: 1-2 kg/ha in mixtures