Dwarf Essex Rape
1000–3000
Dry matter (lbs/A)
5.5–7.0
Preferred pH
0
Total nitrogen (lbs/A)
Planting information
- Planting window: August
- Planting depth (in): 1/8–1/4
- Seeding rate (lbs/A): 5–8
- Mix seeding rate (lbs/A): 4–6
- Length of stand (yrs): Annual
- Days to germination: 5–7
Howard F. Schwartz, Colorado State University, Bugwood.org
Performance
- Cool season brassica that works well alone or seeded with oats
- Can start grazing 8-10 weeks after seeding
- Large leaves, high-quality forage
- Frost increases sugar concentration in leaves
- Not suited for hay or silage due to high plant moisture content
- Great cover crop