1298 - Winter Rye - Cover Crop 5lbs
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Description:
Winter rye excellent winter cover crop because it rapidly produces a ground cover that holds soil in place against the forces of wind and water.
Winter rye grows faster in the fall and adds organic matter once tilled under.
Winter Rye will tolerate temperatures as low as -30°F once it is well established.
It can germinate and grow at temperatures as low as 33°F.
Rye's deep roots help prevent compaction in annually tilled fields, and because its roots are quite extensive, rye also that helps prevent soil from becoming compacted in annually tilled fields.
Rye's deep root system enables it to pull necessary nutrients from the soil..
In a no-till situation, it also can help control weeds.
Broadcast 3-5 lbs per 1000 sq feet.
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