Dalkeith

- SKU: a193157624d0

Benchmark variety with high hard seed content and early maturity. Black Seeded.

Ideal for sandy to gravelly soils
Low rainfall specialist
Demonstrates good persistence

Plant Characteristics

High hard seed content
Good early root growth and establishment

Maturity

Early season maturity – 97 days to flowering (Perth)

Soil Type

Suitable for sandy and gravel based soils with pH range from 4.5 - 7. Very popular in Wheatbelt pastures.

Sowing Guidelines

Sow at 6-10kg/ha alone or 2-6kg/ha when a component of a pasture blend. Sow seed no deeper than 25mm in a fine but firm seed bed. Lightly harrow to improve germination. Suitable for overseeding into an established stand.

Disease and Pest Management

Dalkeith is susceptible to Clover Scorch, Phytophthora Root Rot and Cercosprora Leaf Spot. Dalkeith is generally grown in dry, low rainfall environments with less than 400mm of annual rainfall. In these areas the susceptibility of Dalkeith to these diseases greatly reduced. During emergence it is essential to monitor regularly for damage from insects such as RLEM and lucerne flea, and spray as required. Contact your agronomist for spray application rates.

Ph: 4 - 4
Sow Rate: 6 - 6kg/ha

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