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the Edwards Plateau following the eradication of brush has been highly successful. Excel- 
lent stands have been obtained in one growing season. 
The King Ranch strain should not be confused with other strains of Yellow Bluestem; 
numerous trials have proved it more drought resistant and competitive, more palatable 
and more vigorous in growth. As a member of the great Bluestem genus it apparently will 
thrive anywhere that the native Big and Little Bluestems will grow. The K. R. strain grows 
equally well on acid or alkaline soils. It responds well to nitrogen and phosphate fertilizers. 
Its quick recovery following rain or irrigation makes it an excellent grass for an irrigated 
pasture or meadow. 

King Ranch Yellow Bluestem: parent plant and seedlings 
