Hay Seed Pasture King

A uniquely balanced mix of palatable forage grasses that provide an elevated amount of nutrients to livestock, while also enhancing the fertility of pasture soils, the Hay Seed Pasture King requires more maintenance, but will produce a higher quality growth.  It is best suited to provide valuable, balanced feed for grazing livestock.  Harvesting it for hay could be difficult, due to its uncommonly high moisture content.  In locations that observe drier climate conditions, this mix may require irrigation to produce optimum results, but this highly fertile pasture crop may make the extra work worth it.

Ingredients: Orchardgrass, Timothy, Fescue – Tall (Forage-Type), Ryegrass – Perennial (Forage-Type), Ryegrass – Annual, Clover – Crimson, White Clover, Red Clover

Orchardgrass is a cool-season, perennial bunchgrass valued for its early spring growth, high-quality forage, and suitability for both pasture and hay. Cons:  It is sensitive to overgrazing, may clump without uniform use, and can go dormant in summer without adequate moisture. Lifespan:  4-6 years, sometimes longer.

Timothy: Is a cool-season, perennial bunchgrass prized for its soft texture and high-quality hay—especially for horses. Works well for hay use. Cons: It has poor grazing tolerance, shallow roots, and limited summer regrowth, making it better suited for hayfields than long-term pasture use. Lifespan: 2-3 years, often shorter in pastures.

Tall Fescue: Tall fescue is a long-lived, cool-season bunchgrass known for its durability, drought tolerance, and strong regrowth, making it excellent for pasture and hay. This is a forage-type tall fescue specifically bred for livestock grazing. Cons:  Its coarser texture is less palatable than some other grasses. Lifespan:  6-12+ years (long-lived)

Perennial Ryegrass: Is a fast-establishing, highly palatable cool-season grass ideal for grazing and short-rotation hay. The variety used in this mix is a type specifically for livestock to graze on. Cons:  It has a short lifespan, poor drought tolerance, and declines quickly in hot, dry summers or under heavy use without overseeding. Lifespan: 2-4 years

Annual Ryegrass: Is a quick-growing, highly nutritious grass used for temporary pasture, spring grazing, or cover cropping. Cons: Not winter-hardy, must be replanted yearly, and competes with slower-growing perennials if seeded too densely. Lifespan: 6-12 months

Crimson clover: Is a fast-growing annual legume that fixes nitrogen, provides early spring forage, and improves soil health. Cons: Must be reseeded yearly as it dies after flowering. Lifespan: 1 growing season (annual)  Other note: Moderate to high bloat risk with cattle and sheep

White clover is a persistent, stolon-spreading perennial legume that fixes nitrogen, enhances forage quality, tolerates close grazing, and thrives in cool, moist pastures. Lifespan: 3-5 years or longer with good management Other note: Moderate bloat risk with cattle and sheep

Red clover is a high-yielding, short-lived perennial legume with deep roots for drought tolerance, excellent forage quality. Cons: Lower grazing persistence than white clover. Lifespan: 2-3 years Other note: Low to Moderate bloat risk with cattle and sheep

*Note: Ingredients and percentages may vary depending on seed availability.

**Approximate Percentages in mix: 32.5% Perennial Ryegrass, 18% Tall Fescue, 15% Orchardgrass, 12.5% Crimson Clover, 8% Red Clover, 6% Timothy, 5% Annual Ryegrass, 3% White Clover

Best for: Sheep, Cattle, Goats
            Pros:

•  High protein and forage diversity
•  Long seasonal growth with legumes
•  Ideal for rotational grazing
  Cons:
•  Clover-heavy (bloat risk in cattle if unmanaged)
•  Needs reliable irrigation or rainfall

 Best Regions:

• Central Oregon – Not suitable without irrigation
• Southern Oregon – Excellent with water
• Willamette Valley – Excellent

A premium grazing blend designed for productivity and long grazing seasons. A favorite for those wanting dense forage with strong regrowth — best on well-managed, irrigated pasture.

The best time to plant is when the soil temperatures are between 50 and 65 degrees F. These soil temperatures usually occur when the daytime air temperatures are between 60-75 degrees F.

*Wholesale pricing is available on this seed.  If interested, please contact us for more information.

The broadcast rate for seeding is 40 – 50 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 20 pounds per acre.