| Species: |
Wilman lovegrass (Eragrostis superba Peyr.) |
| Cultivars: |
Wilman |
| Origin: |
Africa |
| Use: |
Grazing |
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| Description: |
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General:
Life Span:
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3-5 feet tall, bunchgrass.
Short-lived perennial
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| Adaptation: |
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pH:
Soil:
Rainfall:
Temperature:
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5.5-7.5
Sandy-loam, clay-loam (Blacklands).
10-18 inches.
May winter kill in north Texas (similar to Kleingrass).
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| Management: |
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Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
Planting Depth:
Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production: |
3-5 lb/A
March-May
0.25-0.5 inch
$8/16; $24-40/Acre
May-September
3000-6000 lb/A
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| Notes: |
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- Lovegrass is often used in mixtures with native grasses due to early establishment and failure to persist over time.
- Excellent quality.
- Relatively easy to establish.
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