Winter Protein Peas EFB.33 - Green manure

gr19 (Pisum sativum)

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Description

Green cover crop for areas which will only be used later in the spring of the following year. Fixes nitrogen over winter and grows biomass. After working into the ground (end April) wait for two weeks before sowing successor crop.

Variety-specific characteristics

Seed rate 1-2 kg/100m²
Height 50-175 cm
Lifespan annnual
also available as seed disk No
also available as seed mat No
Beemeadow no
Hardy yes
Positive for pollinators No
Pisum sativum
Nutrient requirements manuring not necessary
Sowing depth 4-6 cm
Well suited for manual incorporation Yes