Mixture plots with NM1 did not possess good characteristics
probably because of inappropriate mixing percentage and species
in a mixture. Poor establishment of Festuca and the coarse texture of
L. multiflorum compared to Festuca may prevent their mixture being
acceptable. L. multiflorum was fast growing from October 2011 in
early stage of establishment . Its volume increased by May 2012,
but decreased until Festuca became dominant species.The different
growth rateresulted in a non-uniform and patchy appearance that
was not acceptable. Different growth rates between Festuca and
buffalo grass have been reported by Johnson (2003) in mixture of
Festuca and buffalo grass, Festuca dominated the buffalo grass until
the plots were 100% Festuca.