Pit Filler
Pit Filler produces a high yielding, three-to-four year silage mixture with the potential for excellent aftermath grazing.
kg/acre | Variety | Type | Heading date |
6.00 | AberEve HSG | Hybrid ryegrass (T) | 21 May |
4.00 | AberWolf HSG | Perennial ryegrass | 28 May |
3.00 | AstonEnergy | Perennial ryegrass (T) | 01 June |
13.00 kg |
Heading date average for Pit Filler Plus is 25 May for central Britain. When cutting for silage, aim to cut 5-10 days before average heading date for optimum quality
Sowing rate | 32 kg/ha (13 kg/acre) |
Sowing time | March/April or August/September |
Sowing depth | 15mm (1/2 inch) or broadcast |
Sowing instructions | Drill into a fine tilth
Moist and warm soil conditions (minimum 5˚C) Roll before and after drilling for good soil-to-seed contact |
Additional comments | Where red clover is included sow by mid-August |