Use value: its development after sowing is protracted, but it grows a dense lawn when it is fully developed. Its adaptability, drought tolerance and tread tolerance are good, but it is difficult to tolerate shady conditions and short shearing, compacted soils. Its varieties, which are produced in large numbers, are a common component of a wide variety of grass seed mixtures. Through the breeder's work, the breeds have good disease resistance (e.g.: rust), tread and short shear tolerance, faster initial development, more aesthetic appearance.
Main features: one of the most valuable, native undergrass spreading with howitzers, with a deep-penetrating root system, very good regenerative ability. Its deep green leaves have a characteristic ribbing on both sides of the main vein. The tongues are short, the ears are barely developed, and only the stump is visible. It develops best on medium bound soil.
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