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Rye Varietals


Below is a list of all known varietals for Rye. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.


Varietal Name Description Soil Texture pH Range Organic Matter Salinity Level Hardiness Zone Humidity Water (in/wk)
Abruzzi Rye An Italian winter rye variety prized for its cold tolerance, frequently grown in southern United States as a cover crop. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Almota Rye Winter rye variety commonly grown in the Pacific Northwest, known for high biomass production and use as a cover crop. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Alpine Rye Rye bred for high altitude and cooler conditions, often grown in mountainous regions. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Aroostook Rye A winter rye from Maine, USA, known for rapid growth and erosion control in cover cropping. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Bonel Rye A Swiss rye variety known for its excellent cold tolerance and grain quality, often used in baking. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Brasetto Rye A high-yield hybrid rye valued for early maturation and used for grain in bread and distilling. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Caribou Rye A high-yielding variety performing well in both cold and temperate climates, used for grain and forage. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Carsten Rye A German variety popular in Northern Europe, bred for high yields and robust growth in colder climates. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Danko Rye A Polish winter rye variety known for high yields and disease resistance, widely grown in Europe. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Elbon Rye Cold-hardy and typically used as a cover crop to suppress weeds and improve soil quality. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Forest Rye A wild rye species commonly used in soil stabilization and forested environments. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Gaspard Rye A French rye variety favored for its fine grain and quality in baking, also suitable for pasture use. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Gazelle Rye A high-yielding rye variety bred for silage and forage, known for rapid growth and biomass production. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Hazlet Rye A winter-hardy Canadian rye variety that performs well in diverse soils, used for grain, forage, and cover cropping. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Helltop Rye A cold-tolerant variety from Sweden with high grain quality, often used for baking and spirits. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Hybrid Rye A group of rye varieties bred for high yield, improved disease resistance, and better grain quality. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Imperial Rye A variety used for high grain production, favored in brewing and distilling. Noted for its large grains and quality consistency. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Kustro Rye Dutch hybrid variety bred for disease resistance and high grain yield, often used in brewing and bread making. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
KWS Bono Rye A German hybrid rye known for high grain yields and resistance to lodging, often used in bread production. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Lovaszpatonai Rye Hungarian variety with exceptional drought resistance and adaptability to poor soils, grown for grain and forage. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Maton Rye Commonly grown in North America for high yields, cold tolerance, and cover crop use. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Merced Rye Winter rye variety suited for temperate climates, grown for high grain production and milling. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Merlin Rye A high-yielding hybrid rye used in bread making and other grain-based products. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Northland Rye A variety known for its cold hardiness and adaptability to northern climates, commonly used for grain. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Ontario Winter Rye A Canadian rye known for extreme cold tolerance and used in bread making and distilling. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Petkus Rye An ancient variety originating in Eastern Europe, known for disease resistance and high-quality grain. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Prima Rye A hybrid rye known for high yield and disease resistance, mostly grown for grain production. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Puma Rye Hybrid rye prized for high yields and disease resistance, commonly used for bread making. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Quattro Rye A modern hybrid known for high biomass production, used for both grain and forage, commonly grown in Europe. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Rapid Rye A fast-growing hybrid variety used for early spring planting, known for its quick maturation and moderate yields. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Red Rye A historic variety with reddish grains, popular in Eastern Europe for both bread making and distilling. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Reins Rye German-bred rye, known for disease resistance and high grain yields, used for both forage and grain. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Rye General General rye variety. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) < 2 11B Moderate 1 - 2
Sangaste Rye Ancient Estonian variety known for winter hardiness and high-quality grain, one of the oldest cultivated varieties. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Saracen Rye A hybrid rye known for high yield, disease resistance, and is popular for making rye flour and spirits. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Slavic Rye Common in Eastern Europe, prized for growing in poor soils and cold climates, mainly grown for grain. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Soviet Rye A Russian rye variety bred for high yields in harsh climates, grown for both grain and forage. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Spring Rye Planted in the spring and harvested in late summer. Known for fast maturation and often used for grain production. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Triticale Rye A rye-wheat hybrid, developed for improved yield and disease resistance, widely used in animal feed and grain production. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate
Winter Rye Cold-hardy and commonly planted in the fall, harvested in late spring or early summer. Frequently used as a cover crop for weed suppression and soil health improvement. Sandy Loam 7.4 - 7.8 Moderate (2% - 4%) 4 - 8 6A Moderate