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T-587 Old World Bluestem (Diachanthium spp.)

T- 587 Old World Bluestem is an introduced perennial warm-season bunchgrass. Introduced from the Near East, and released by the Soil Conservation Service in 1981, T-587 Old World Bluestem is a high forage producer and the sod is very persistent under heavy grazing. It is widely adapted to diverse climates and soils in Texas, however it prefers tighter clay soils. T-587 grows well in South Texas.

Adaptation: Grows on most soil types with 14" or more annual precipitation. Responds well to fertilizer and/or irrigation.

Intended Use - Range reseeding, pastureland, hay production and erosion control.

General Information (T-587 Oldworld Bluestem )

 
Growth Habit
Growth Height Drought Tolerance
Cold Tolerance
Minimum Rainfall Requirements
Planting (Row) Planting (Broadcast) Planting Depths
Bunch
3-3 1/2"
Fair
Fair
14"
1.5 PLS/A
2 PLS/A
1/4 - 1/2"