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Festuca ovina L. Sheep's fescue · Agricultural · bred by ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety has very short vegetative growth: plant height without mowing usually does not exceed 140 mm. The sward has a dark green color, which is maintained throughout the year.

Plants are characterized by vigorous development at the establishment stage and high resistance to nutrient deficiency in the soil. The variety shows tolerance to drought, heat, and low doses of glyphosate.

The variety is intended for areas requiring minimal maintenance, including park zones, public facilities, and sites for reclamation. It can be used in grass mixtures, including in combination with wildflowers.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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QM QZ

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Variety registered as early as 1 jurisdiction, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY 448 Developed the variety
Applicant
ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY 448 Submitted the application to the register
Rights holder
Aberystwyth University 448 Holds the rights to the variety
Maintainer
NL - GERMINAL IRELAND LTD Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 202006

    Registration
    19 March 2019
  • GB United Kingdom Active

    № 61/30

    Application
    5 December 2002
    Registration
    13 July 2006

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

European Union № 20081600
Terminated
  1. Application filed 18 July 2008
  2. Registered 23 February 2009
  3. Entry closed 7 July 2025

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