What To Sow
Vetch
Phacelia
Red Vetch
Phacelia is very quick to establish and will mature in 10-12 weeks after sowing. It will produce a large, shallow root mass, making it useful for improving soil structure and organic matter in the soil, as well as preventing leaching. The biomass it produces also acts as a weed suppressant too.
From the legume family, vetch is very suitable for fixing nitrogen, even in a relatively short space of time or even at low temperatures. It works well as a companion to Rye. Winter hardiness depends on variety but will break down quickly once incorporated. It can offer some effectiveness at weed control with the biomass produced. Will add protein to ruminant’s diet if used for grazing after Suggested sowing rate – 50kg/ha Sow March – October
A slightly more frost susceptible option to either Spring or Winter
Vetch, which will produce plenty of biomass in a short space of time.
Suggested sowing rate – 50kg/ha. Sow March - October
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Once mature and in flower, it is a great attraction to bees and other pollinators. It can be used if OSR is in the rotation. Not winter hardy. Suggested sowing rate – 10-15kg/ha Sow April – October
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