Description

Winter Peas are a rapid, low growing annual legume used across the country as a legume fixing cover crop and/or a quickly decomposing green manure crop.

The forage value of winter peas, along with their overall management are benefited when planted alongside a cereal grain.

 

Quick facts

Strong nitrogen fixer and very high biomass potential

Quick growth good for weed suppression

Plant 6-8 weeks before first frost to maximize growth and nitrogen production (bud stage or after)

Hardy to USDA Zone 6 (-5 to -10° F)

Spring Peas planted in fall (SF 125 & SF 140) need 60 – 90 days to maximize growth

 

Buying details

Price (per lb)
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Seeds per lb
2,000

Seeding rate (lbs per acre)
30 – 80 (alone)
10 – 30 (mixture)

Planting Depth
1 – 1 1/2"

Planting Dates
Aug – Sept

Days to Emerge
9