GREEN MANURE Warm Season Cover Crop Seeds
Our Warm Season Cover Crop Mix regenerates soil during the hotter months using a powerful combination of fast-growing legumes, brassicas, and grasses. This blend boosts fertility, suppresses weeds, improves structure, and increases biodiversity. Therefore, ideal for home gardens, orchards, and broadacre systems.
- Improves soil structure and organic matter during the warm season.
- Fixes nitrogen, reduces compaction, and enhances water infiltration.
- Suppresses weeds and supports pollinators and beneficial insects.
- Deep-rooted species help break up hard soils and support microbial life.
- Suitable for small-scale and commercial growing systems.
Blend Contains:
- Legumes & Warm-Season Species: Millet, Cowpea, Lablab, Buckwheat, Sunnhemp, Butterfly Pea
- Brassicas: Ethiopian Cabbage, Turnip
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual warm-season cover crop mix
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
Temperate: September–January
Subtropical: September–December
Tropical: November–January (wet season) - Germination: 7–14 days
- Depth: Sow 1–2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Direct into prepared beds, cropping fields, or pasture
- Soil Type: Well-drained soils, pH 6.0–7.0
- Spacing: Broadcast or sow in rows 20–30 cm apart
Management:
- Water consistently until established; many species tolerate short dry spells once mature.
- Mow or chop before flowering for optimal biomass and soil benefits.
- Allow residues to break down 3–6 weeks before planting your next crop.
When to Sow Warm Season Cover Crops in Your Climate
| Climate Zone | Best Planting Time | Tips |
|---|
| Temperate | September–January | Sow early in the season for vigorous growth. Ethiopian Cabbage and Turnip handle heat well. |
| Subtropical | September–December | Plant in spring for strong legume growth in warm, humid conditions. |
| Tropical | November–January | Best sown with the onset of wet season for quick biomass production. |
| Cool | October–December | Wait until after frost risk; ensure soil is warm enough to support germination. |
| Arid | Spring–Early Summer | Sow with moisture or irrigation; mulch to conserve water and reduce surface evaporation. |
Quick Growing Guide
| Aspect | Details |
|---|
| Germination Time | 7–14 days |
| Sowing Depth | 1–2 cm |
| Watering | Moisture required during germination; water during dry spells once established. |
| Growth Period | 6–10 weeks |
| Incorporation | Cut and dig in before flowering for best soil-building impact. |
