Gordo
Bluestem
Life Cycle: Perennial
Introduced/ Native: Introduced
Growth Habit: BunchType
Plant Height: 36-46 inches
Benefits
● Excellent rought tolerance.
● Provides excellent quality forage and or hay for all classes of livestock
● High Forage Yield
● Long Growing Season compared to other warm season grasses
Description
Gordo bluestem is an introduced warm-season perennial bunchgrass that spreads by seed. The stems are purplish green and upright, with some tending to lie prostrate the first season. Seedlings are vigorous, root quickly under favorable conditions, and can establish a solid stand the first year. Gordo does not start rapid growth until late spring but grows later into the fall than bermudagrass or other warm-season grasses. It is very palatable and works well in rotational grazing situations even after dormancy.
Crop USe
Dry Hay
Continuous Grazing
Rotational
Gtazing
