Horse Grazing Grass Seed
Horse Grazing Grass Seed is a premium-quality pasture mixture specially formulated for horse owners seeking productive, long-lasting grazing with excellent durability under regular equine use. Designed for paddocks, grazing fields and mixed grazing and hay production, this carefully balanced blend produces a dense, resilient sward capable of withstanding hoof traffic while remaining highly palatable and nutritious for horses.
Unlike standard agricultural pasture mixtures, Horse Grazing Grass Seed has been developed specifically with equine management in mind. Sward density is a major consideration because many horse paddocks are used both for seasonal grazing and for producing winter hay. The selected species establish a hardwearing pasture that recovers well from grazing while maintaining excellent ground cover throughout the growing season.
The professional formulation consists of:
- 20% BOYNE Intermediate Perennial Ryegrass
- 40% TODDINGTON Late Perennial Ryegrass
- 15% MAXIMA Creeping Red Fescue
- 15% EVORA Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass
- 10% WINNETOU Timothy
Each species contributes valuable characteristics to the finished pasture.
The carefully selected diploid perennial ryegrasses provide highly palatable grazing together with rapid recovery following grazing and excellent seasonal productivity. Their dense growth habit creates a strong sward capable of withstanding repeated use throughout the grazing season.
Timothy is one of the most valued grasses in horse pastures due to its excellent palatability and suitability for both grazing and hay production. It helps produce quality forage while contributing to a balanced pasture.
Creeping Red Fescue strengthens the sward through underground rhizomes, improving durability and helping the pasture recover naturally from hoof damage. Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass enhances turf density and long-term persistence, making the paddock more resilient under continuous equine use.
Horse Grazing Grass Seed is ideal for:
- Horse paddocks
- Pony paddocks
- Grazing fields
- Riding establishments
- Livery yards
- Stud farms
- Smallholdings
- Mixed grazing and hay production
- Pasture renovation
- Overseeding existing paddocks
The mixture has been developed to provide excellent grazing while also allowing fields to be temporarily rested and cut for quality hay. This flexibility makes it particularly attractive to horse owners wishing to maximise the productivity of their land without compromising pasture quality. The dense sward also helps suppress weeds and reduces bare patches that may otherwise develop through regular grazing. Similar species combinations are widely recognised for producing resilient equine paddocks with excellent recovery and palatability.
As part of the Fosters Seeds professional grass seed range, Horse Grazing Grass Seed is produced using carefully selected cultivars with excellent purity and germination. High-quality seed establishes rapidly, creating a durable pasture capable of providing reliable grazing for many years under correct management.
Whether establishing a brand-new horse paddock or improving an existing pasture, Horse Grazing Grass Seed provides dependable performance, excellent forage quality and long-term durability for horses and ponies.
Sowing & Establishment
Sow Horse Grazing Grass Seed during March to May or from late August to early October, when soil temperatures remain above 8°C.
Prepare a clean, firm seedbed by removing weeds, stones and debris before cultivating to produce a fine tilth. Sow evenly at the recommended rate of 14 to 16 kg per acre (35 to 40 kg/ha) before lightly harrowing or rolling to ensure excellent seed-to-soil contact.
Keep the soil moist during germination where possible and avoid grazing until the grass is well established and firmly rooted.
Growing On
Allow the pasture to establish fully before introducing horses. Young grass plants benefit from adequate root development before being subjected to grazing pressure.
Rotational grazing helps maintain pasture quality, encourages fresh regrowth and reduces excessive poaching during wet conditions. Where appropriate, paddocks may also be rested and cut for hay, taking advantage of the mixture’s excellent forage-producing characteristics.
Annual fertiliser applications based on soil analysis will help maintain productive, healthy grazing.
Ongoing Maintenance
Regular chain harrowing, topping and rotational grazing will help maintain a dense, healthy pasture.
Overseed worn areas as required to maintain sward density and minimise weed invasion. Avoid overgrazing, particularly during wet winter conditions, to protect the grass plants and encourage long-term persistence.
Good paddock management, combined with periodic soil testing and appropriate fertiliser use, will maximise both grazing quality and hay production.
Why Choose Horse Grazing Grass Seed?
Horse Grazing Grass Seed has been specifically formulated to meet the demands of modern equine pasture management. Combining premium perennial ryegrasses with Timothy, Creeping Red Fescue and Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass, it produces a productive, hardwearing pasture capable of supporting long-term grazing while also providing quality hay when required.
Ideal for horse owners, livery yards, riding schools and stud farms, this premium mixture offers excellent palatability, outstanding recovery following grazing and a dense, resilient sward that performs reliably under UK conditions. Its balanced formulation provides the flexibility needed to maintain healthy horses and productive pasture throughout the year.
Information
Pack Size: 10kg
Sowing Rate:14-16kg/acre
