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Organic Hungarian Vetch Seed

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Cover and protect your soil with Hungarian vetch (Vicia pannonica). More details below.

Sow Months: Mar-Oct
Field Rate: 140kg/ha or 60kg/ha if sown with 80kg/ha Rye for fodder.
Horticulture Rate: 1kg covers 60m²Organic Hungarian Vetch

Hungarian Vetch Seed (Vicia pannonica)

  • Hungarian Vetch is an excellent choice for heavy soils. 
  • Produces a lot of bulky foliage that suppresses weeds.
  • Hungarian vetch has an impressive root system adds organic matter and improves the texture of the soil.
  • It is easy to dig in.
  • If using for overwintering is best to sow before October to ensure a good germination. 
  • Grows best with a support plant - ie Westerwolds, Rye, Wild Rye or Japanese Oats, which also help with weed suppression.
  • Can be used as forage, especially when used in a mix.

How to sow green manures:

  • Prepare a reasonable seed bed.
  • Broadcast you seeds. If you have a large area to cover it is a good idea to divide the seed and the land into 4 parts to avoid running out of seed.
  • Rake in and water if soil is dry.
More Information
Persistence 1 Year (Winter Hardy)
Single Variety or Mix Single Variety
Special Features Nitrogen Fixing, Suitable for Grazing
Brassicas No
Grasses No
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