Chloris truncata (Windmill grass)

AdaptationWide range of soil types, from hard setting red earths to grey clay soils. A good colonising species, occurring through much of the temperate, semi-arid and arid areas of eastern Australia.
Seasonal growth patternsWarm season
Flowering timeEarly spring
CommentsShort-lived 2–3 years.
Growth habitProstrate
Harvesting optionsBrush harvester
Expected germination30–40%
Sowing techniques / sowing depthBroadcast and harrows / surface.
Optimal germination temperature (°C)20–30
Harvesting / sowing commentsLight fluffy seed inhibits seed metering.

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