Annual Ryegrass Green Manure Seeds
Ryegrass is an excellent choice for green manure, helping to improve soil structure and fertility. It grows quickly, producing lush green foliage that can be turned into the soil to add organic matter. This variety of ryegrass is particularly hardy and well-suited to colder climates.
Plant Type:
- Cool season annual, frost tolerant
- Plant Height: Varies, typically up to 60 cm
Sow When:
- Germinate best between 5 – 15°C soil temperature
- Temperate: Late summer or early autumn
- Subtropical: Autumn to early spring
- Tropical: Autumn to early spring
Germination:
- Depth: Sow seeds 2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to partial shade
- Sow Where: Directly into well-drained soil; keep soil consistently moist until germination occurs
Soil Type:
- Details: Any soil type, but prefers fertile, well-drained soil
Rows:
- Spacing: Scatter seeds evenly over the area to be covered
Details:
- Growth Period: 6 – 8 weeks