It is a good choice for fast, temporary cover on exposed areas with minimal seedbed preparation, such as construction and burned areas. Annual ryegrass is a heavy N feeder and can be used to scavenge N from the soil during the fall and winter, therefore reducing losses caused when rains leach nitrate below the root zone. N ratio of residues. In general, relatively high rates of seeding are recommended, despite the relatively small seed size. Use higher rates when broadcasting and when soil protection is important.
Seed is widely available.
If the soil is dry, irrigate or plant before a fall rain. When relay interplanting, broadcast into a standing summer crop immediately before the final cultivation. Increase irrigation frequency while the annual ryegrass is germinating for more even establishment. Annual ryegrass will germinate on the soil surface if adequate moisture is maintained. In annual rotations, kill or incorporate annual ryegrass in spring with sufficient time for decomposition to occur before planting the summer crop.