Fall Green Manure Mix - Key Growing Information
Culture: Sow anytime from midsummer to late summer. It does best in full sun with moderate to high fertility and good drainage, but grows in nearly any soil; ideal pH is 6.0–7.0. Plant ½" deep, or broadcast and cover lightly. For larger areas, broadcast or use a grain drill at the rates below.
Seeding Rate: ¼ lb. per 225 sq. ft.; 1½ lb. per 1,000 sq. ft.; 50 lb. per acre.
Height: 24–36"
Termination: The field peas winterkill, while winter rye and hairy vetch survive to regrow in spring. Crimson clover and ryegrass usually winterkill in Zone 6 and colder, depending on sowing date, snow cover and winter weather. To use the mix as green manure, mow and till it in during spring. Once the rye and vetch have flowered, they can be crimped or mowed and left as a surface mulch.
