Cocksfoot COCKSFOOT Dactylis glomerata spp. Get a quote Contact us COCKSFOOT Dactylis glomerata spp. Cocksfoot is a palatable winter perennial forage grass that is well adapted to a wide range of soil types. Product DetailsOrigin:Africa Scientific name:Dactylis glomerata spp.Common name:Cocksfoot / KropaargrasVegetative cycle:PerennialSoil fertility:High (well-drained)Growth habit:TuftedHeight:60 – 150 cmUtilisation:Direct grazing, Hay-making & SilageType of animal:Cattle, Sheep, Horses, Goats, GamePalatability:HighDigestibility:MediumRainfall requirements:> 700 mm/yearDrought tolerance:Medium – LowCold tolerance:HighCrude protein content: 5 – 10%Plant date:March – JunePlanting equipment:Hand, Fine seed sower, Fert. spreaderSowing depth:10 – 15 mmSeeds per hectare:25 kg/HaForage production:5 – 10 ton DM/ha/year Get a quote Contact us