{"title":"Farmer Favorites - Cover Crops and Pasture Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese dependable selections are popular for their strong performance, adaptability, and practical benefits across farms, orchards, vineyards, homesteads, and backyard growing spaces. Choose from soil-building cover crops that help suppress weeds, reduce erosion, add organic matter, and support nutrient cycling, along with pasture grasses and forage blends suited for grazing animals and productive fields. Whether you are improving tired soil, establishing forage, protecting bare ground, or planning a seasonal rotation, these farmer-approved seeds offer reliable solutions for healthier land. Grow with confidence using varieties selected for real-world performance and long-term soil productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wheat-red-winter-lb-5-lb-min","title":"Wheat Red Winter Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Winter Wheat is a cool-season cereal for growers who want dependable fall establishment followed by renewed growth in spring. Seeded before winter, it protects exposed soil, develops a fibrous root system, and captures nutrients that might otherwise move beyond the reach of the next crop. The stand resumes growth after winter dormancy and can produce useful biomass, straw, forage, or grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike spring wheat, winter wheat must establish in fall and then experience an extended period of cold—a process called vernalization—before it can flower and produce grain the following summer. This makes planting time important. Seed early enough for seedlings to emerge and develop before severe winter conditions arrive, but manage spring growth according to whether the goal is green manure, grazing, straw, or grain production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor cover cropping, terminate before mature seed develops and allow incorporated residue time to begin decomposing before planting the next crop. Earlier termination produces softer, lower-volume residue; later termination creates more biomass with a higher carbon-to-nitrogen ratio. Red Winter Wheat can also be combined with peas, vetch, or another winter legume when both nitrogen fixation and cereal residue are desired. Wheat is a grass, so its seed does not require Rhizobium inoculant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season winter annual cereal grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required. This is a nonlegume cover crop and does not rely on Rhizobium bacteria for nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter soil protection, erosion control, weed competition, nutrient scavenging, green manure, grazing, straw, and grain production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVernalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must establish in fall and experience prolonged cold before producing grain the following summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate before mature seed develops when used as a cover crop and allow incorporated residue time to decompose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor more information, see our Resource Center guide to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/blogs\/articles\/grow-your-own-grain-harvesting-threshing-and-storing\"\u003eharvesting, threshing, and storing homegrown grain\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543349092465,"sku":"SCN500","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/wheat-red-winter-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747085892"},{"product_id":"bean-dry-inoculant-treats-1500-lbs","title":"Bean Inoculant (treats 1500 lbs)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis peat-based seed inoculant contains live Rhizobium culture formulated for field beans including kidney, pinto, and great northern beans, plus garden beans including snap, string, wax, and scarlet runner beans. One package treats up to 1,500 lb of seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Crops and Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this formulation for field beans including kidney, pinto, and great northern beans, plus garden beans including snap, string, wax, and scarlet runner beans. Coverage: up to 1,500 lb of seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDampen seed with clean, cool, non-chlorinated water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd only enough inoculant to coat the seed uniformly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the coating to dry for 1–3 minutes, then plant as soon as practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight at 40–77°F. The powder can be dusty; use appropriate dust protection and follow the current package directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompare and Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inoculants\"\u003eCompare seed inoculants\u003c\/a\u003e, review \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/fixing-nitrogen-in-your-soil-how-that-happens\"\u003ehow Rhizobium and root nodules support nitrogen fixation\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cover-crop-seeds\"\u003ecover crop seed\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"N-Dure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543881965681,"sku":"ISE151","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/bean-inoculant-treats-1500-lbs.jpg?v=1747084802"},{"product_id":"cowpea-peanut-and-lespedeza-inoculant-6738","title":"Cowpea, Peanut \u0026 Lespedeza Inoculant (Treats 100 lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis peat-based seed inoculant contains live Rhizobium culture formulated for cowpeas, peanuts, lespedeza, black-eyed peas, adzuki, mung and velvet beans, pigeon peas, alyce clover, hairy indigo, and crotalaria. One package treats up to 100 lb of seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Crops and Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this formulation for cowpeas, peanuts, lespedeza, black-eyed peas, adzuki, mung and velvet beans, pigeon peas, alyce clover, hairy indigo, and crotalaria. Coverage: up to 100 lb of seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDampen seed with clean, cool, non-chlorinated water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd only enough inoculant to coat the seed uniformly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the coating to dry for 1–3 minutes, then plant as soon as practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight at 40–77°F. The powder can be dusty; use appropriate dust protection and follow the current package directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompare and Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inoculants\"\u003eCompare seed inoculants\u003c\/a\u003e, review \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/fixing-nitrogen-in-your-soil-how-that-happens\"\u003ehow Rhizobium and root nodules support nitrogen fixation\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cover-crop-seeds\"\u003ecover crop seed\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"N-Dure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543882293361,"sku":"ISE200","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/cowpea-peanut-and-lespedeza-inoculant-treats-100-lb.jpg?v=1747084803"},{"product_id":"garden-combination-mix-inoculant","title":"Garden Combination Mix Inoculant (Treats 8 lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis peat-based seed inoculant contains live Rhizobium culture formulated for Soil Builder Mix, legume-oat mixes, vetch except crown vetch, fava and bell beans, garden beans, peas, black-eyed peas, soybeans, lentils, lima beans, cowpeas, lespedeza, and peanuts. One package treats up to 8 lb of seed. It is also sold under the N-Dure brand name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Crops and Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this formulation for Soil Builder Mix, legume-oat mixes, vetch except crown vetch, fava and bell beans, garden beans, peas, black-eyed peas, soybeans, lentils, lima beans, cowpeas, lespedeza, and peanuts. Coverage: up to 8 lb of seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDampen seed with clean, cool, non-chlorinated water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd only enough inoculant to coat the seed uniformly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the coating to dry for 1–3 minutes, then plant as soon as practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight at 40–77°F. The powder can be dusty; use appropriate dust protection and follow the current package directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompare and Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inoculants\"\u003eCompare seed inoculants\u003c\/a\u003e, review \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/fixing-nitrogen-in-your-soil-how-that-happens\"\u003ehow Rhizobium and root nodules support nitrogen fixation\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cover-crop-seeds\"\u003ecover crop seed\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543882686577,"sku":"ISE350","price":8.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-8-lb.jpg?v=1747084803"},{"product_id":"pea-vetch-and-lentils-inoculant","title":"Pea, Vetch \u0026 Lentils Inoculant (Treats 1500 lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis peat-based seed inoculant contains live Rhizobium culture formulated for Soil Builder Mix, legume-oat mixes, vetch except crown vetch, fava and bell beans, peas, and lentils. 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The powder can be dusty; use appropriate dust protection and follow the current package directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompare and Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/inoculants\"\u003eCompare seed inoculants\u003c\/a\u003e, review \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/fixing-nitrogen-in-your-soil-how-that-happens\"\u003ehow Rhizobium and root nodules support nitrogen fixation\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cover-crop-seeds\"\u003ecover crop seed\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543883866225,"sku":"ISE507","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/pea-vetch-and-lentils-inoculant-treats-1500-lb.jpg?v=1747084799"},{"product_id":"good-bug-blend-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Good Bug Blend - Nitrocoated (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful Valley Good Bug Blend is a diverse insectary seed mix developed to provide nectar, pollen, shelter, and season-long plant diversity for pollinators and beneficial insects. It can be planted along field borders, between crop blocks, beside orchards, or in dedicated insectary strips where flowering plants will not interfere with cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blend combines annual and perennial clovers, alfalfa, flowering herbs, vegetables, and wildflowers. Different bloom forms and flowering periods help support insects such as native bees, honeybees, syrphid flies, lacewings, lady beetles, tachinid flies, and parasitoid wasps. Beneficial-insect presence and pest suppression will vary with local habitat, pesticide exposure, bloom continuity, and surrounding crops; this mix should be considered one part of an integrated pest-management program rather than a guaranteed pest-control treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow in spring after severe frost danger or in late summer to early fall where seedlings can establish before cold weather. Select a weed-free site with adequate sun, cover seed lightly, and keep the seedbed moist through establishment. Mow or trim portions sequentially rather than cutting the entire planting at once so some flowers and shelter remain available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drill or broadcast 10–15 lb per acre, or ½ lb per 1,000 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No additional inoculant is normally needed; the coated legume components include compatible inoculant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e May begin approximately 45–90 days after planting; timing and persistence depend on season and site\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAverage height:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 18 inches, with some species potentially reaching several feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crimson, red, Nungarin sub, yellow sweet, Hykon rose, and white clovers; semi- and non-dormant alfalfa; coriander, daikon radish, dill, red radish, carrot, calendula, California buckwheat, baby's breath, sweet alyssum, white yarrow, caraway, celery, fennel, and parsley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis item ships directly from the vendor and cannot be canceled once the order is placed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote for certified organic growers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrocoated seed is conventionally grown, non-GMO seed with no fungicide or insecticide seed treatment applied before coating. 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Widely planted for landscaping, erosion control, and as a cover crop, it offers beauty, cold and partial shade tolerance, and reliable reseeding ability. Establishing quickly in just 5–10 days, it reaches 18\" tall and is valued as both a soil builder and a pollinator-friendly ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25-0.5\" depth at 0.5-2 lb per 1,000 square feet or 20-40 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No additional inoculant is needed. 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The coating contains certified organic powdered limestone, an organically approved binder, and an OMRI-approved peat-based inoculant, applied through an OMRI-approved process on a dedicated Nitrocoated-seed treatment line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCrimson Clover’s striking appearance and soil-building qualities make it an exceptional choice for sustainable gardening and farming systems. 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The plants flower earlier than many winter annual cover crops, adding black-and-white blossoms that attract bees and other beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow Bell Beans alone for a robust legume stand or combine them with field peas, vetches, and oats. In a mixture, the different plant forms fill complementary roles: oats provide quick fibrous roots, vetches cover the ground, and Bell Beans contribute height, larger roots, and coarse biomass. They are adaptable across many cool-season plantings and are also used in forage or silage mixtures with suitable companion crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in early to midfall so seedlings can establish before winter. This is raw seed and should be inoculated immediately before planting to support effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. For green manure, mow or incorporate while stems remain tender and before mature seed develops. 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Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e March through May, depending on climate and planting time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen fixation, green manure, soil-building mixtures, beneficial-insect habitat, forage, and silage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate before mature seed develops and while stems are still practical to mow or incorporate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544039776369,"sku":"SCL700","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/bell-beans-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084311"},{"product_id":"ltd-o-bell-beans-raw-lb","title":"Organic Bell Beans - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic Bell Beans are vigorous cool-season annual legumes used to build biomass and nitrogen before spring planting. Also known as Fava Beans, Horse Beans, or Tick Beans, these broad-leaved plants are members of the vetch family. They establish substantial roots and can reach 3–6 feet, creating an upright cover that protects soil and competes for growing space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBell Beans flower earlier than many winter annual legumes, producing fragrant black-and-white blossoms that attract bees and other beneficial insects. Their large plants generate nitrogen-rich green manure and are useful in cover-crop, erosion-control, and pasture systems. Nitrogen fixation depends on successful nodulation as well as soil fertility, moisture, stand density, and management; claims of a specific nitrogen contribution should be treated as a potential under favorable conditions rather than a guaranteed result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant ½ inch deep in early to mid-fall and provide moisture through germination and establishment. For green manure, mow or incorporate before mature seed develops and allow the residue time to begin decomposing before the next crop. This is raw, uncoated legume seed and should be treated with a compatible inoculant before planting for reliable nodulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVicia faba\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eminor\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eequina\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic raw seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season annual legume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant approximately ½ inch deep at 2–4 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 100–120 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted and sow promptly after treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen fixation, green manure, biomass production, erosion control, pasture, and beneficial-insect habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate before mature seed develops unless volunteer plants are acceptable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrdering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum order quantity is 50 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544040235121,"sku":"SCL701","price":1.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/scl701a.jpg?v=1766095091"},{"product_id":"austrian-winter-peas-raw-lb-7628","title":"Austrian Winter Peas - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePisum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e is a cool-season annual legume valued for nitrogen fixation, winter soil protection, weed competition, and high-quality forage. Austrian winter peas establish in cooler soil than many other legumes and tolerate temperatures down to approximately 10°F once established. Their low, spreading early growth helps cover exposed soil, while longer vines can reach about 3 feet when supported by companion crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Austrian winter peas in early to mid-fall in most regions. They perform well in heavy soils but prefer a reasonably well-drained seedbed where water will not remain standing. The plants develop rapidly as temperatures warm, typically reaching maturity in April in warmer climates. Their spring flowers also provide an early food source for bees and other beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a green manure crop, Austrian winter peas can fix approximately 70–125 pounds of nitrogen per acre under favorable growing conditions. For effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation, treat this raw seed with the appropriate Rhizobium inoculant before planting. The peas can be grown alone or combined with cereal rye, oats, triticale, or another upright grass that provides support and adds fibrous biomass. Mixed plantings can also improve winter ground coverage and produce balanced forage containing both protein-rich legumes and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor green manure, mow or incorporate the crop while it is still tender and before mature seed develops. Terminating near early bloom generally provides a useful balance between biomass production and manageable plant residue. Allow incorporated material time to begin decomposing before planting the next crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePisum arvense\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season annual legume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70–120 lb per acre (about 1.6–2.8 lb per 1,000 sq ft)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 inches; drilling provides the most reliable placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vines can reach approximately 3 feet when supported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established plants can withstand temperatures down to approximately 10°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen fixation, green manure, winter soil protection, weed competition, beneficial-insect forage, and livestock forage mixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mow or incorporate before mature seed develops; plants mature early in spring in warmer regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum order quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PV Drop Ship","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544041316465,"sku":"SCL800","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/austrian-winter-peas-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084259"},{"product_id":"soil-builder-mix-raw-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Premium Soil Builder Mix - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful Valley Premium Soil Builder Mix is a cool-season cover crop blend developed for vegetable rotations, fallow garden beds, orchards, and other areas where growers want abundant biomass, living roots, and the soil-building benefits of legumes. Bell beans, field peas, and vetches contribute vigorous leafy growth, while white oats provide quick ground cover and upright structure that helps support the sprawling legumes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis diverse growth habit makes the mix useful for protecting exposed soil through the cool season. The oats establish quickly, helping slow erosion and compete with weeds, while the legumes can fix atmospheric nitrogen when properly inoculated and actively nodulated. As the stand develops, its roots occupy different portions of the soil profile and the aboveground growth supplies residue that can be returned to the soil. Actual biomass production and nitrogen contribution vary with climate, planting date, soil fertility, moisture, stand establishment, inoculation, and termination timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow in September or October in many mild-winter regions, planting earlier where cold weather arrives sooner. In coastal districts and other cool-summer climates, the mix may also be spring planted. Prepare a reasonably clean seedbed, distribute the seed evenly, and cover it 3\/4 to 1 inch deep. Maintain adequate moisture during germination and early establishment. For the best balance of manageable residue and soil-building growth, mow or incorporate the cover crop while stems are still tender and before the legumes produce mature seed. Allow time for incorporated material to begin decomposing before planting the next crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is raw, non-inoculated seed and the blend contains several legume species, inoculation is strongly recommended. Use a compatible pea, vetch, and bean inoculant, especially where these legumes have not been grown recently. Inoculant helps establish the Rhizobium relationship needed for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation; it is not a fertilizer and should be handled and applied according to its label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season annual cover crop mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 70–120 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/4–1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–6 feet if allowed to mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetable rotations, weed competition, erosion protection, beneficial-insect habitat, biomass production, and nitrogen fixation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the planting and sow promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulation may vary based on availability. The current mix contains bell beans, BioMaster peas, Dunsdale peas, vetches (hairy, common, and\/or purple vetch, depending on availability), and white oats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544046297201,"sku":"SCM120","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/peaceful-valley-premium-soil-builder-mix-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084252"},{"product_id":"organic-soil-builder-mix-raw-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Organic Premium Soil Builder Mix - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful Valley Organic Premium Soil Builder Mix is designed for vegetable rotations where both nitrogen-rich legume growth and dependable cereal biomass are priorities. Rather than relying heavily on inexpensive grass seed, the formulation emphasizes winter-hardy organic peas and vetches, supported by organic oats and triticale. The result is a vigorous cool-season stand with several complementary root and canopy types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe legumes form nodules that support nitrogen fixation, while the cereals establish fibrous roots, capture residual nutrients, and stabilize the soil through wet weather. Oats and triticale also provide an upright scaffold for the vining peas and vetches, helping the canopy remain productive as spring growth accelerates. This balance produces strong weed competition, abundant green manure, and flowering habitat for beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed in September or October in most regions. Spring planting may also work in coastal areas and other climates with cool summers. This is a raw-seed mix, so treat it with the appropriate inoculant immediately before planting. Plan termination according to the following crop: earlier mowing or incorporation creates softer residue and faster decomposition, while later termination produces more total biomass. The formulation may vary with seed availability, so review the current-lot ingredient statement when planning rotations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic cool-season annual legume and cereal mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Triticale, Organic Peas, Organic Hairy and\/or Purple Vetch, and Organic Oats; formulation may vary based on availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 70–120 lb per acre, planted approximately ¾–1 inch deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic green manure, nitrogen fixation, biomass production, weed competition, erosion control, and beneficial-insect habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e September or October in most regions; spring in coastal or cool-summer climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the current-lot composition and terminate before mature seed develops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544046919793,"sku":"SCM121","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/peaceful-valley-organic-premium-soil-builder-mix-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084251"},{"product_id":"budget-soil-builder-mix-raw-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Budget Soil Builder Mix - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful Valley Budget Soil Builder Mix offers a straightforward way to combine nitrogen-producing legumes with the dependable biomass of oats at a lower seed cost. Bell beans, field peas, and common vetch contribute nitrogen-rich growth, while white oats establish quickly, protect the soil surface, and support the climbing legumes as the stand develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix is intended for general cool-season soil improvement rather than maximum biomass production. It still provides meaningful weed competition, green manure, and organic matter, but produces somewhat less total growth than the full Peaceful Valley Soil Builder Mix. The range of seed sizes and plant forms creates both fine cereal roots and larger legume roots, helping occupy more of the soil profile than a single-species planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed in September or October in most locations. Spring planting is also possible in coastal regions and other areas with cool summers. This is raw seed, so inoculate the legumes before planting to support effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Mow or incorporate before mature seed develops and while the stems remain manageable. When the mixture is allowed to produce heavy late-season growth, give incorporated residue time to begin decomposing before planting the next crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season annual legume and cereal mixture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bell Beans, Field Peas, Common Vetch, and White Oats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 70–120 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 4–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green manure, nitrogen fixation, weed competition, organic matter production, and beneficial-insect habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e September or October in most areas; spring planting in coastal or cool-summer regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate before mature seed develops and allow heavy incorporated residue time to decompose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544047837297,"sku":"SCM125","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/peaceful-valley-budget-soil-builder-mix-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084249"},{"product_id":"summer-soil-builder-mix-raw-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Summer Soil Builder Mix - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Peaceful Valley Summer Soil Builder Mix is an excellent option for gardeners and small-scale farmers aiming to improve soil health naturally during the warm season. \u003c\/strong\u003eThis annual cover crop blend includes Red Cowpeas along with fast-growing Buckwheat. Together, these species work to suppress weeds, prevent erosion, and enrich the soil with organic matter and nutrients. Ideal for sustainable farming and regenerative garden practices, this mix supports a thriving soil ecosystem without the use of synthetic fertilizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planted in late spring or early summer once soil temperatures are warm, this mix thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe dense canopy helps retain moisture and shades out unwanted weed growth. As the plants reach bloom stage, they can be mowed or turned under to begin decomposing and feeding the soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this mix to rest garden beds, prepare new planting areas, or build long-term soil vitality between growing seasons. \u003cstrong\u003eIt’s a practical, low-maintenance way to cultivate better soil biology, structure, and fertility.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other seasonal cover crops and green manure blends, explore our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/collections\/all-cover-crop-seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull collection of cover crop seeds\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Soil Builder Mix – Warm Season Blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e50 lb\/acre, or about 2-3 lb\/1000 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/cowpea-peanut-and-lespedeza-inoculant-6738\"\u003eCowpea, Peanut \u0026amp; Lespedeza Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5-10 Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSome Nitrogen is fixed from the cowpeas but it is primarily used for a quick addition of organic matter when you are in between crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacts to Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTill in when plants begin to flower, approximately 6 - 7 weeks after planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Buckwheat and Red Cowpeas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544049082481,"sku":"SCM150","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/peaceful-valley-summer-soil-builder-mix-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084246"},{"product_id":"forage-blend-dryland-pasture-mix-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Forage Blend Dryland Pasture Mix - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDryland Pasture Mix is a robust and drought-tolerant blend designed to rejuvenate soil health and establish resilient pastures in low-water conditions. This carefully crafted mix includes a selection of deep-rooted grasses and legumes, such as orchardgrass, perennial ryegrass, and clover, which work together to improve soil structure, prevent erosion, and promote sustainable grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grasses in this mix provide dense ground cover, reducing weed competition and protecting soil from erosion, even on slopes or in challenging terrains. Meanwhile, the nitrogen-fixing legumes enrich the soil with organic matter, enhancing fertility and supporting future planting cycles. Over time, this blend builds a strong, healthy root system that aerates the soil, improving its ability to retain moisture and nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDryland Pasture Mix thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it ideal for dryland farming or pastures in arid regions. Its adaptability ensures strong performance in a range of conditions, offering a dependable solution for soil regeneration and livestock grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re establishing a new pasture or improving an existing one, this mix provides the foundation for a sustainable, productive system. Its dual benefits of soil enhancement and pasture productivity make it an excellent choice for farmers and land managers seeking long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDairymen and cattlemen really love this mix for its high yield, high quality, and quick re-growth in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-5 lb\/1000 sq ft or 85-125 lb\/acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/pea-vetch-lentil-inoculant-treats-100-lb\"\u003ePea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/garden-combination-mix-inoculant-treats-50-lbs\"\u003eGarden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb)\u003c\/a\u003e. Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-10 Days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 - 5'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be grazed or cut for hay, silage or green-chop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacts to Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed every year in September or October in Northern California, later in the south.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Oats, Red Oats, Beardless Barley, Beardless Wheat, Vetch. Composition may vary depending on availability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544050524273,"sku":"SCM300","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/peaceful-valley-forage-blend-dryland-pasture-mix-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084243"},{"product_id":"legume-oat-mix-2-raw-lb","title":"Peaceful Valley Legume Oat Mix #2 - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful Valley Legume Oat Mix #2 is an excellent cover crop option for home gardeners and small-scale farmers aiming to improve soil fertility, suppress weeds, and support sustainable growing practices. This cool-season blend features a balanced mix of nitrogen-fixing legumes—such as field peas and vetch—alongside fast-growing oats that offer erosion control and organic matter production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for fall or early spring planting, the mix thrives in full sun and a variety of soil types, including compacted or depleted soils. The legumes enrich the soil through symbiotic nitrogen fixation, while the oats act as a nurse crop, creating a protective canopy that limits weed growth and stabilizes topsoil. The biomass produced can be incorporated as green manure to boost soil structure, aeration, and microbial activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're practicing crop rotation, preparing fallow ground, or restoring soil vitality between growing seasons, this legume-oat combination provides a natural and effective solution. Mow or terminate before flowering for maximum nutrient return. 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Highly valued by gardeners and small-scale farmers, buckwheat establishes quickly, forming a dense canopy that shades out weeds and protects the soil surface. Its fine, fibrous roots help loosen compacted soil, while its ability to scavenge phosphorus makes it an excellent nutrient recycler. In bloom, buckwheat’s delicate white flowers provide abundant nectar and pollen, drawing pollinators and other beneficial insects to your garden or field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest planted in late spring or early summer once soil temperatures reach 60°F or warmer, buckwheat thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, but is adaptable to lower fertility conditions. Mow or incorporate the crop at first bloom to prevent reseeding and to return organic matter to the soil. Its rapid growth cycle allows for multiple plantings in a single season, making it a practical choice for improving soil between cash crops or resting garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse buckwheat to enhance soil biology, improve structure, and build fertility naturally. Whether as a short-term green manure, pollinator forage, or part of a larger crop rotation, it supports regenerative farming practices and long-term soil vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor other seasonal cover crops and green manure options, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/collections\/all-cover-crop-seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull collection of cover crop seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Buckwheat – Warm Season Cover Crop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/strong\u003e Buckwheat can reach maturity in as little as 30 days, making it one of the fastest cover crops available for quick soil improvement and pollinator support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 60–80 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 0.5–1.5 inches deep into a firm, weed-free seedbed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Occurs within 3–5 days under warm soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2'–4'\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matures in 30–45 days, allowing for multiple plantings in a single season\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick green manure, weed suppression, pollinator forage, and soil nutrient cycling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacts to Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Till in or mow at first bloom for best soil-building results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required. This is a nonlegume cover crop and does not rely on Rhizobium bacteria for nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Organic Buckwheat Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544071430257,"sku":"SCN610","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/organic-buckwheat-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084209"},{"product_id":"omega-3-chicken-forage-blend-irrigated","title":"Peaceful Valley Omega-3 Chicken Forage Blend for Irrigated Land - Nitrocoated Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePeaceful Valley Omega-3 Chicken Forage Blend is a diverse mixture for establishing irrigated forage areas where chickens and other poultry can scratch, graze, and peck. Grasses and grains provide ground coverage, while buckwheat, millet, flax, alfalfa, clovers, and birdsfoot trefoil broaden the available forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlax is a dietary source of alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid. A hen’s complete diet can influence egg fatty-acid composition, but planting this forage blend does not guarantee a particular omega-3 level, yolk color, health outcome, or egg-production response. 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Exclude birds until plants reach approximately 2–5 inches, then use limited or rotational grazing so the stand is not grazed to bare soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLivestock caution:\u003c\/strong\u003e This blend is formulated for poultry forage. Consult an animal-nutrition professional before allowing horses or other livestock to graze it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Peaceful Valley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544780431473,"sku":"SPI800","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/dsc_0782.jpg?v=1747083640"},{"product_id":"organic-oats-monida-white-lb","title":"Organic White Oats Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic White Oats are a certified organic, cool-season annual cereal grain that produces substantial leafy growth. They are a strong choice when the objective is to cover soil, compete with weeds, add plant residue, or produce forage during the cooler part of the growing season. The upright growth can reach approximately 6 feet under favorable conditions, creating both above-ground biomass and a fibrous root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most useful roles for white oats is as a nurse crop for slower-establishing legumes. The oats emerge quickly, protect the soil, and provide early competition against weeds while the companion legume develops. Seeding rate and management should reflect the goal: a robust oat stand is desirable for biomass or forage, while a less competitive stand may be preferable when supporting a young legume planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn climates where winter temperatures kill the oats, the residue can remain on the soil surface as a protective mulch and may simplify spring preparation. In milder areas, monitor the stand and mow or incorporate it before mature seed develops. Earlier termination produces softer residue that decomposes more quickly; later growth creates more biomass but can be more difficult to manage. Oats are grasses rather than legumes, so the oat seed itself does not require Rhizobium inoculant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified organic cool-season annual cereal grain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90–160 lb per acre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required. 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The mixture combines organic legumes with organic cereal grains, creating a stand that establishes at several levels rather than relying on one species to perform every job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField peas, vetch, and Bell Beans contribute nitrogen-rich growth and larger roots. White oats and barley add rapid early coverage, fibrous roots, and carbon-rich residue that balances the softer legume material. Together, the components compete with weeds, protect soil through wet weather, and produce a varied supply of organic matter. The exact combination may change with seed availability, so customers should use the ingredient statement for the current lot when planning rotations or livestock use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeed in September or October in most regions. Coastal locations and other cool-summer climates may also support spring planting. This is a raw-seed blend, so inoculate before planting to help the legumes form effective nodules. 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