Hairy Vetch

Hairy vetch is a multipurpose legume that is used for cover crop and livestock forage. Hairy vetch is excellent for cover crop systems throughout the United States, especially where winter conditions can be a factor. With its ability for fixing nitrogen in crop rotations, this provides high yields of palatable forage for livestock, and is a great addition in mixtures with other legumes, cereals, grasses and forbs. Uses:  Cover Crop, Ground Cover, Erosion Control, Green manure and Hay Production Identification:  Hardy, Viney, Annual or Biennial Legume.  Commonly used for cover crops in organic farming Excellent Erosion Control and weed suppression Establishment:  Recommend planting time is spring, summer and fall when night time temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees 10-14 days under prime conditions Seeding Rates: 1.25 lbs. per 1,000 sqft 40-50 lbs. per acre Available in:  Comes by the pound and in pre-packaged 50 pound bags.