Summer Green Manure Mix Cover Crop Seed
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Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Summer Green Manure Mix Cover Crop Seed
Exclusive! Fast-growing and formulated to perform in the heat.
A heat-loving summer soil builder selected for hot and dry conditions. For open beds that need fast, productive cover; an excellent option for filling warm-season rotation gaps. This diverse green manure blend combines vigorous grasses, legumes, broadleaves, and brassicas to help protect the soil, add organic matter, build biomass, suppress weeds, and support soil structure throughout the summer months. Suitable for both small and larger scale operations, but termination should be considered prior to planting. Freezing is by far the most effective method of termination as all species will die with a hard freeze. Mowing and crimping may be effective, but should be used in conjunction with tarping for best results. Also suitable for grazing.Specs:
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Varies
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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varies
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Annual
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Product Features
Product Features
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Attracts Beneficial Insects
- Variety attracts and supports pollinators and/or insects that prey on garden pests.
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Culture: Sow 1/2–1" deep after the danger of frost has passed and soils have warmed to 65°F (18°C) (which generally occurs 2–3 weeks after last frost). Typically germinates in 5–10 days under optimal conditions. Inoculate with a vetch and cowpea-type inoculant to maximize nitrogen fixation.
Seeding Rate: 2–2 1/2 lb./1,000 sq.ft.; 50–60 lb./acre
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, warm soils with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Avoid waterlogged, cold soils.
Height: 36–60", taller in fertile soils
Caution: Avoid grazing for at least 7 days following a frost due to the potential for elevated prussic acid levels in sudangrass.
Termination: Terminate early if relying on tillage, as this mix produces large amounts of aboveground biomass. To effectively terminate once full height is reached, crimp or mow, then tarp for 3–4 weeks. In cold climates, this mix will winterkill and the sunflowers will provide a good winter food source for birds if left standing.
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