They also preferred clovers to alfalfa and birdsfoot trefoil. However, horses made satisfactory progress on all pasture mixtures. Generally, permanent pasture containing both legumes and grasses provides the highest yields of forage and greatest variety in the diet. Grasses and Legumes Kentucky bluegrass has earned its reputation among horsemen for producing high quality turf. It produces a smooth, tight, resilient turf that heals readily.
Kentucky bluegrass is very palatable to horses under most conditions.
The grass is high in protein and mineral content when properly fertilized. It can be grazed closely or clipped to maintain high quality pasture. However, bluegrass produces less forage per acre than do other grasses, and its growth slows down during the hot summer months. Horses do not discriminate against these grasses unless the grasses become too mature. Stock your pasture with enough horses and, if necessary, clip to prevent excess accumulation of plant growth in May and June.