Nature's Seed Transitional Zone Horse Pasture Mix - 10 Lb

A durable cool-season forage mix for horses and livestock, combining deep-rooted meadow brome, tall fescue, ryegrass, alfalfa, and Kentucky bluegrass. High-yield and drought-resilient once established, it supports long grazing seasons and good hay production.

Key Benefits:

• Drought Hardy
• Cold Hardy
• Low Maintenance
• Erosion Control
• 6a-8a

Growing Information:

• Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soils; adaptable from sandy loam to clay loam
• Seeding Rate: 20 Lb/Acre
• Planting Depth: 1/8 to 1/4 inch

Uses: Livestock forage (grazing/hay), pasture renovation, erosion control, pollinator habitat

How to Plant:

• Drought and Cold Hardy: This seed blend’s deep-rooted species are key to its drought and cold resilience. Meadow brome is especially noted for good drought tolerance and excellent winter-hardiness. Tall fescue and alfalfa also withstand dry conditions, so once established the stand stays green longer during summer dry periods. Overall water use is efficient for a forage mix, since deep roots reach soil moisture.
• Simple Maintenance: Once established, this mix is fairly low-maintenance. Grasses like tall fescue and bluegrass form a durable sod that competes well with weeds, and alfalfa fixes its own nitrogen, lowering fertilizer needs. Expect to mow or graze on a schedule: harvest or graze at the recommended height to promote tillering and regrowth. Routine spring fertilization (especially phosphorus for alfalfa) will boost yields.
• Erosion Control: The dense root systems of these perennial grasses bind soil effectively. Meadow bromegrass in particular spreads by short rhizomes and is well-suited for stabilizing disturbed soils (especially where annual rain is ≥14 inches). Combined with alfalfa, which has a very deep taproot, the stand provides excellent ground cover and forage over the growing season, keeping soil anchored even after seedhead drop. Use on bare ground to protect topsoil and on slopes and gullies to prevent runoff.
• Grazing Resilience: This mix was designed for pasture durability for horse and other livestock grazing. Perennial ryegrass is very quick to germinate and thrive, and Meadow brome is noted for its strong re-growth characteristic, with continued forage value into the fall. Horses can begin grazing when grasses reach about 8–12″ tall. It is best to rotate grazing so regrowth occurs, leaving a 3–4″ stubble and waiting 3-4 weeks between rotations. This will encourage tillering and stand longevity.

Product Specifications:

• Weight: 10 lb
• Coverage: 20,000 sq ft
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6a - 8a

Nature's Seed products are grown and processed in the USA. All seed is tested for purity and germination rates to meet or exceed industry standards.