May be used for conservation purposes. Shrub must be managed to prevent unwanted growth. Shrub must be managed to prevent unwanted growth. Adapted best to sandy, loam soils. Only sweet varieties are suitable for grazing.
Most productive type is showy partridge pea.
Can be high quality hay. Grows well in poorly drained areas. New hybrid varieties have shown poor winter hardiness. Produces growth and seed earlier than hairy. Res. to many nematodes.