Growing Daikon Radish Cover Crop

23,400 seeds/lb. In rows 24" apart, or 7 lb./acre in rows 18" apart.If anything you purchase from us proves unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item or refund the purchase price.

Nematodes are difficult to control after they have attacked your crops but easy to prevent with this marigold. Planting rate = 17.5 oz./acre, 1/2 oz./1,000 sq. Chop and till in the marigold plants 1-2 weeks before planting your desired crop.

One of the easiest and most economical ways to improve your soil is to plant green manures, commonly called cover crops. In mild climates (zones 6 and above), cover crops can be fall planted and tilled in the following spring just before planting.

One of the easiest and most economical ways to improve your soil is to plant green manures, commonly called cover crops. In mild climates (zones 6 and above), cover crops can be fall planted and tilled in the following spring just before planting.

A cross between a forage turnip and a forage rape. A great all purpose crop that works three ways. And if left to flower, brassicas are especially popular with beneficial insects. The rapid growth of brassicas supplies a thick ground cover that protects...

Legume cover crops are an essential component of good soil management. Tolerant of temporarily waterlogged soils in winter. Also known as pastry wheat. Best stands obtained by planting 3 inches deep, but can also be broadcast at 1/2-3/4 pound per 100...

Legume cover crops are an essential component of good soil management. Plant late summer to get the best winter cover; sow 1/2 inch deep. Also known as pastry wheat. Pre-inoculated.

These cover crops are nature's great nutrient recyclers. Cereal grains and grasses grow very quickly and provide quick ground cover. Spring arrival brings re-growth that can be turned under as a green manure.

Growing grains as a cover crop provides other options such as forage for animals or food for people. Cover crops choke out weeds by restricting sunlight to the soil, stabilize the soil surface, and through their deep-reaching roots, help to break up hardpan...

These cover crops are nature's great nutrient recyclers. Cereal grains and grasses grow very quickly and provide quick ground cover. Spring arrival brings re-growth that can be turned under as a green manure.

Left unmown, it will only reach about 6 inches tall, but periodic mowing keeps it shorter and very lush. In harsher climates, cover crops can be grown in rows between the crops or as a component of rotation in your garden.

When worked into the soil, it releases high levels of glucosinolates, a natural chemical agent that makes some brassicas spicy. A great all purpose crop that works three ways. And if left to flower, brassicas are especially popular with beneficial insects.

Recommended seeding rate: 3-4 pounds per 1000 square feet; 70-150 pounds per acre. More and more organic growers and gardeners are discovering the long list of benefits that growing cover crops such as oilseed radish, mustards, and forage turnips can...

Roll with a lawn roller. In harsher climates, cover crops can be grown in rows between the crops or as a component of rotation in your garden. You must plant 6-8 weeks before the first killing frost in the late summer to allow good establishment going...

One of the more popular and aggressive legumes, and a good companion crop for the cereal grasses. A great all purpose crop that works three ways. And if left to flower, brassicas are especially popular with beneficial insects.

A great all purpose crop that works three ways. If left to grow, winter wheat makes good forage for livestock; or if allowed to mature it can be harvested mid-summer. For maximum nitrogen yields, legumes should be incorporated into the soil at peak bloom.

These cover crops are nature's great nutrient recyclers. Cereal grains and grasses grow very quickly and provide quick ground cover. Spring arrival brings re-growth that can be turned under as a green manure.

Growing grains as a cover crop provides other options such as forage for animals or food for people. Cover crops choke out weeds by restricting sunlight to the soil, stabilize the soil surface, and through their deep-reaching roots, help to break up hardpan...

Recommended seeding rate: 3-4 pounds per 1000 square feet; 70-150 pounds per acre. More and more organic growers and gardeners are discovering the long list of benefits that growing cover crops such as oilseed radish, mustards, and forage turnips can...

These cover crops are nature's great nutrient recyclers. Cereal grains and grasses grow very quickly and provide quick ground cover. Spring arrival brings re-growth that can be turned under as a green manure.

Growing grains as a cover crop provides other options such as forage for animals or food for people. Cover crops choke out weeds by restricting sunlight to the soil, stabilize the soil surface, and through their deep-reaching roots, help to break up hardpan...

A great all purpose crop that works three ways. In addition to this benefit, legume green manures (peas, beans, clovers, favas and vetch) act as a host for the bacteria that fix and make nitrogen available for your vegetable or fruit crops.

Neem oil or Pyrethrin. A dependable producer in the Northwest since the 1960s. Store in airtight containers in a cool, dry location. Recommended seeding rate: 3 1/2 lbs per 1000 square feet.

Hairy Vetch works well for nitrogen fixation while Rye adds organic matter and protects the less hardy vetch from winter damage. (75% Winter Rye / 25% Hairy Vetch) Seed Coverage: – 5 lbs covers 2,000-4,000 sqaure feet – 100 lbs covers 1-2 acres Uses:...

Legume cover crops are an essential component of good soil management. When mown down to 6-8 inches, it can be cut several times in one season to produce multiple crops of hay. Also known as pastry wheat.

One of the easiest and most economical ways to improve your soil is to plant green manures, commonly called cover crops. In mild climates (zones 6 and above), cover crops can be fall planted and tilled in the following spring just before planting.

As part of a long-term rotation plan, cover crops can provide a stable habitat within your garden for beneficial insects and microorganisms. Plant Buckwheat after the last frost in the spring.