Characteristics of Forages Species Regrowth Potential Legume Compatibility Winter Hardinessa Ease of Establishment Drought Tolerance Flooding Tolerance Persistence Cool-season grasses Kentucky bluegrass Good Poor Excellent Good Fair Fair Good Orchardgrass Excellent Poor Good Good Fair Fair Good Perennial ryegrass Good Fair Poor Excellent Fair Fair Fair Quackgrass Excellent Good Excellent N/A* Good Fair Excellent Smooth