From Neigh to Grey — Horse & Pony Paddock Grass Seed Mix

Pasture for every stage of the hoof.

From Neigh to Grey is a versatile paddock mixture for mixed horse and pony grazing, from energetic youngsters to older residents who prefer a more leisurely route to the snack zone.

A combination of early and late perennial ryegrasses helps extend the growing season. Meadow fescue, strong creeping red fescue, Timothy and smooth stalked meadow grass add grazing quality, durability and a denser long term sward.

It is an adaptable all round mixture for owners who want one dependable blend across a mixed herd.

• Horse and pony paddocks
• Mixed age herds
• New grazing areas
• Overseeding tired pasture
• Fields requiring improved ground cover
• General purpose equestrian grazing

The mixture is intended for managed grazing. Pasture suitability and intake should always be considered alongside the individual needs of each horse or pony.

Best sowing time: March to May, or August to September

Sowing rate: 14 kg per acre

Sowing method: Broadcast or drill shallowly

Sowing depth: No deeper than approximately 1 cm

For new pasture, remove persistent weeds and prepare a fine, firm and level seedbed. Sow evenly and roll afterwards to press the seed into the soil.

For overseeding, reduce the existing grass height, harrow the area to remove dead material and create openings in the surface, then spread the seed evenly.

The rate is a guide. Overseeding a reasonably healthy paddock may require a different approach from completely reseeding bare ground.

Paddock tip: Sow before a period of settled, moist weather where possible. Seed needs moisture to germinate, but saturated or waterlogged soil can cause poor establishment.

Do not allow horses or ponies onto newly sown ground until the grass is properly established and firmly rooted.

Test the sward by gripping a handful and pulling gently. If plants pull easily from the soil, they need more time.

A light first cut can encourage tillering and a denser sward. Once grazing begins, introduce animals gradually and avoid grazing the grass down to the soil.

Use rotational grazing where practical, rest worn areas and payparticular attention to gateways, water troughs and feeding points.

Germination often begins within 7 to 21 days when soil is warm and consistently moist. The paddock will need additional time to develop a strong root system.

Once established, the mixture should create palatable, durable pasture with a balance of seasonal growth, ground cover and recovery.

Because good grass should last from neigh
to grey.

We want your seeds to grow. If you follow our sowing instructions, give them a fair chance, and they still do not grow, we’ll put it right.

Eligible customers can choose either a refund for the seeds that did not grow, or replacement seeds of the same value.

For more information on our policy go to our No Grow No Fee page.