Resilient Equine (Ryegrass-Free)

This ryegrass-free mixture is designed specifically for horses and ponies. Free from high-sugar grasses, it helps support gut health, reduce the risk of laminitis, and maintain healthy body condition.

Though slower to establish than ryegrass-based mixes, it delivers long-term benefits through improved pasture resilience, species diversity, and lower non-structural carbohydrate (NSC) content.

Key Features:

• Formulated specifically for horse and pony grazing
• Contains smooth stalk meadow grass for use on stress-prone sites
• Free from high-sugar grasses to reduce laminitis risk
• Can be left for a modest hay cut
• Persistent, diverse mixture with lower sugar and protein content
• A good alternative to ryegrass-based mixtures
• Takes longer to establish but offers long-term benefits
• Sow at a rate of 13kg/acre

35% Meadow Fescue
30% Strong Creeping Red Fescue
15% Timothy
7% Smooth Stalk Meadow Grass
7% Tall Fescue
6% Cocksfoot

We offer a flat shipping rate of £5.99.

Agricultural grass seed mixtures are mixed to order and are typically dispatched within 3 to 5 working days. If your order also includes lawn, landscaping, or equine mixtures, please note these will be shipped separately
to avoid delays.

We aim to ensure complete satisfaction with all products supplied. If you experience any issues with your order, please contact us at info@kentseeds.co.uk
within 5 working days of the dispatch date, quoting your order number and a
brief description of the issue.

You can read our full Delivery & Returns Policy here.

1. Why choose a ryegrass-free equine grass seed for horses and ponies?
Using the Ryegrass-Free Equine Grass Seed is a great choice if you’re looking to lower the sugar and protein content in your pasture. It’s a more balanced, gentle mix that supports long-term health, especially for horses prone to weight gain or laminitis.

2. Does ryegrass-free grass seed take longer to grow?
Yes, it takes a little more time to establish than standard mixes, but it’s well worth the wait. Once it settles in, it creates a diverse and persistent pasture that’s kinder on the soil and on your animals.

3. Is the Ryegrass-Free Equine Grass Seed mix a long-term solution for grazing?
Absolutely. This mix is designed with longevity in mind. It offers a more natural, resilient sward that’s ideal if you’re looking to invest in healthier grazing with minimal reseeding over time.