Product Description
Eragrostis Curvula - Ermelo Weeping Lovegrass
Ermelo: Ermelo is the most popular variety being used in South Africa, especially in the colder summer rainfall areas. It can survive severe frost and will grow on almost any soil, even on sandy soils with a low pH. Preference to higher rainfall areas (600mm and more), but does not adapt well to wet, waterlogged soils.
Product Information
Requirements and use:
- Mostly dryland in SA
- Widely adapted – prefer sandy soils
- Performs best in areas with 650 mm rain/anum
- Where frost occurs, grass dies back. Grows again early spring
- Eragrostis curvula fares best as a hay crop
- Quality is dependent on the fertility of the soils
- Low fertility = poor quality
