{"product_id":"1000-tagasaste-seeds-tree-lucerne-chamaecytisus-proliferus-high-protein-perennial-fodder-shrub","title":"1000 Tagasaste Seeds , Tree Lucerne (Chamaecytisus proliferus), High-Protein Perennial Fodder Shrub","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTagasaste Seeds – Tree Lucerne\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTagasaste (\u003cem\u003eChamaecytisus proliferus\u003c\/em\u003e), commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eTree Lucerne\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a fast-growing perennial fodder shrub originating from the Canary Islands. It produces nutritious green foliage that can be used as supplementary forage for cattle, sheep and goats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Tagasaste develops a deep root system and shows good tolerance to dry conditions. It can be regularly pruned or cut to encourage fresh leafy growth. The plant is also useful for windbreaks, erosion control, soil improvement and agroforestry plantations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial, high-protein fodder shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for cattle, sheep and goats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces abundant leafy green forage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant after establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponds well to regular cutting and pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for grazing systems, windbreaks and erosion control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNitrogen-fixing leguminous plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for temperate, subtropical and Mediterranean-type climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTagasaste seeds have a hard outer coat. Carefully scarify the seed coat or soak the seeds in hot water before sowing. Plant approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in moist, well-drained soil. Keep the growing medium consistently moist but not waterlogged until germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung plants should be protected from heavy grazing until they are properly established. Introduce Tagasaste foliage gradually as part of a balanced livestock diet rather than using it as the sole feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eChamaecytisus proliferus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tagasaste, Tree Lucerne\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial fodder shrub\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Livestock forage, agroforestry, windbreaks and erosion control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContact Us for  Bulk Offers\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanika","offers":[{"title":"1000 Seeds","offer_id":56236958843172,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/6787\/1268\/files\/TagasasteSeeds_TreeLucerne_ChamaecytisusproliferusSeeds_High-ProteinPerennialFodderShrubSeeds.jpg?v=1788962973","url":"https:\/\/www.seedsforgarden.com\/ar\/products\/1000-tagasaste-seeds-tree-lucerne-chamaecytisus-proliferus-high-protein-perennial-fodder-shrub","provider":"Botanika","version":"1.0","type":"link"}