What grass works well with alfalfa hay?
Using a late maturing variety of any grass is preferred because it will be higher quality when the alfalfa is ready. Orchard grass varieties are earlier maturing than some Tall Fescue and some of the perennial ryegrass. Tall Fescues and Perennial Ryegrass are higher in energy than Orchard grass. Perennial Ryegrasss can be slower drying for hay and works best for haylage.
