Buckwheat
2000–4000
Dry matter (lbs/A)
5.0–6.5
Preferred pH
0
Total nitrogen (lbs/A)
Planting information
- Planting window: June–August
- Planting depth (in): 1–1 1/2
- Seeding rate (lbs/A): 48
- Mix seeding rate (lbs/A): Not recommended
- Length of stand (yrs): Annual
- Days to germination: 7–10
Carl Dennis, Auburn University, Bugwood.org
Performance
- Rapid growing broadleaf small grain
- Will flower in 35 to 45 days
- Small tap root system
- Great for mineralizing phosphorous (P) and sulfur (S) from the soil
- Great as a cover crop or a wildlife plot
- Excellent choice for a pollinator