Lolium perenne 'Manhattan'
Ryegrass
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Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Description
L. perenne is deep green with high gloss. It sprouts quickly and grows fast.
Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Blooming
Like most grasses, Ryegrass is not known or grown for its blooms. Flowers are yellow. They are usually covered by the foliage, making them quite inconspicuous.
Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Growth
Ryegrass is a clumping grass that does best in cool summer climates. Plants will die under hot conditions.
Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Planting
Since Ryegrass is a clumping grass and does not put out runners, it is not ideal as a grass for lawns. In climates where Bermuda Grass prevails, Ryegrass can be used for Winter green in the lawn. To do so, sow heavily in fall to fill in a Bermuda Grass lawn.
Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Pest
The only real problems are red thread and brown patch.
Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Interesting facts
Some species of Lolium can be used to make hay, grow pastures, and to control erosion. Although it shares a common name with Rye, which is also a grass, Lolium is not a grain crop.
Ryegrass (Lolium perenne 'Manhattan') - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in rich, moderately fertile soil. Must be well-draining.
