COCK’S-FOOT
COCK’S-FOOT – Dactylis glomerata
Poaceae
A caespitose, perennial grass between 50 and 130cm tall, resistant to the cold, drought and summer heat, if not excessive. It benefits from the moisture and fertility of the soil and thus has no special requirements.
It grows well in a wide range of soil types, provided the soil is not shallow, sandy or stagnant.
Its production and vitality are remarkable. It also provides excellent forage as a pasture plant. It has an early flowering stage.
Data Sheet
| Characteristics | Perennial, caespitose, upright, tall and medium height |
|---|---|
| Climate Adaptability | Mediterranean – Warm and cool temperate |
| Climate Resistance | Cold, hot and dry |
| Soil Adaptability | Light, sandy – Heavy, clay – Superficial, humid |
| Areas of Cultivation | North and South: mountains and plains |
| Use | Pasture, Hay |
| Particular Attributes | It tolerates soil salinity; nutritious; invasive |
Dactylis glomerata
Perennial, caespitose, upright, tall, medium height.
