{"product_id":"o-vetch-purple-raw-lb","title":"Organic Purple Vetch - Raw Seed (lb)","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrganic Purple Vetch is a vigorous cool-season legume for growers who want substantial spring growth rather than a low, restrained cover. \u003cem\u003eVicia atropurpurea\u003c\/em\u003e develops trailing and climbing stems that can reach approximately 3 feet, creating a dense stand that competes with weeds and produces nitrogen-rich material for green manure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vetch performs best in mild-winter regions where temperatures generally remain above approximately 20°F. It can be planted across a broad seasonal window in mild climates and often continues growing later into spring than other vetches. Purple vetch will tolerate relatively poor soil, but stronger fertility—particularly adequate phosphorus—supports better growth and nitrogen fixation. It pairs well with oats or another cereal that gives the vines physical support and contributes carbon-rich residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is raw seed, inoculate it before planting. Effective nodulation is essential if nitrogen fixation is one of the planting goals. Purple vetch tolerates mowing or managed grazing, but repeated close cutting can reduce vigor. For green manure, terminate before mature seed develops and while the vines are still practical to mow or incorporate. In orchards or vineyards, monitor climbing growth so it does not interfere with young trees, vines, irrigation equipment, or access through the rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVicia atropurpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous cool-season annual legume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 40–60 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\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vines can reach approximately 3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrogen fixation, green manure, weed competition, pollinator forage, and mixed cover cropping with oats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited to mild-winter areas that generally remain above approximately 20°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terminate before mature seed develops and monitor climbing growth near crops or irrigation equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21544039088241,"sku":"SCL631","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/organic-purple-vetch-raw-seed-lb.jpg?v=1747084314","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/o-vetch-purple-raw-lb","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}