Austrodanthonia richardsonii (Wallaby grass)

AdaptationClay to light sandy loams. A widespread species in the more temperate areas of southern Australia.
Seasonal growth patternsCool season
Flowering timeEarly spring/ or through autumn.
CommentsIn southern areas, provides all year round green growth. Frequent recruitment.
Growth habitErect
Harvesting optionsWindrowing, brush harvesting
Expected germination65–95%
Sowing techniques / sowing depthBroadcast and light harrows, band seeder / 2–3 mm.
Optimal germination temperature (°C)15–25
Harvesting / sowing commentsLight fluffy seed inhibits seed metering.

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