Description/Overview

Verano Stylo (Stylosanthes hamata), also know as Amiga and or Caribbean Stylo, is a summer legume adapted a range of soil types, including low fertility soils and pH scale from acidic to alkaline. Verano is not however suitable for heavier clay or water-logged soils.  

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When used in a mix it will flourish in rainfall areas of 550-1500mm, however will succumb to frost early on in winter.

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Verano will respond well to fertiliser applications of superphosphate improving both plant and animal performance. Verano is also compatible to various other grass species such as Bluegrasses and Sabi.

Factsheet

• Suited to low fertility soils.

• Rapid establishment and early growth.

• Can tolerate acidic soils.

• Good option for native pastures and sown into improved pastures.

• Tolerant of heavy grazing.

• Intolerant of water logging.

• Sensitive to frost.

• Sowing rate 6-8kg of quality coated seed.

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