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Hairy Vetch

  • Produces significant amounts of nitrogen
  • Phosphorus scavenger
  • Has a low carbon to nitrogen ratio
  • Provides excellent weed suppression
  • Sometimes used for forage

CHARACTERISTICS

Nitrogen Fixing
HIGH
Quick Growth
MEDIUM
Compaction Improvement
LOW
Nutrient Scavenger
MEDIUM
Suppresses Weeds
MEDIUM
Erosion Control
MEDIUM
Winter Survival
HIGH
Nematode Control
NONE
Planting Season
Spring/Mid-Summer/Late-Summer/Fall (bar goes fully through Late-Summer and Fall)
Planting Depth
1 inch
Seeds Per lb
16000
Forage Possibilities
Pasture | Baleage
MEDIUMMEDIUM