SPRING COVER CROP MIX
Summary
The SPRING & SUMMER BASE COVER CROP MIX is designed to provide reliable benefits to those looking to maximize efforts in increasing soil health while providing nutritional and economical grazing. The diverse mix of grasses, legumes, and brassicas creates a well-balanced and highly nutritious cover crop. This mix allows for maximum use of nutrients while protecting soil and creating a healthy environment for livestock.
Our Spring/Summer Base Cover Crop mix is a blend of Cowpeas, Sunn Hemp, BMR Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Okra, and Sunflowers.
Plant Characteristics
Zone
- Regional Growing Zone
- 1 - Northwest Coastal, 2 - California Coastal, 3 - Southern Mountain, 4 - Mountain, 5 - Midwest, 6 - Northeast Lakes, 7 - Great Lakes South, 8 - Appalacia, 9 - Southeast, 10 - South Florida, 11 - South Texas, 12 - Southwest
- USDA Plant Hardiness Zones
- 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Temperature Zone
- Warm, Cool, Transitional
Plant Characteristics
- Height
- Medium-Tall
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Growing Cycle
- Annual
- Sun Requirement
- Full Sun
Plant Information
- Planting Season
- Summer - Early-Spring
- Plant Depth
- 1"
- Minimum Soil Temp for Germination
- 60° F
- Establishment
- Easy
Coverage Area & Available Sizes
Applications
Notes
Rates and species may vary based on availability.
