Item Number: SCN449
Organic Triticale Seed (lb)
Promotes Water Penetration
Triticum X Secale Certified Organic. Cool season cover crop. Exciting cereal grain variety offers many benefits, especially in orchards and vineyards. Creates a tremendous amount of organic matter due to its massive root system and its enormous amount of top growth. Low growing (6"-12) until late spring to early summer, when it can reach 5'. A “spring” type of triticale, which puts on more growth during cooler winter months than the Trios variety.
- Application Rate: 60-80 lb/acre or 2-4 lb/1000 sq ft.
- Inoculant: No inoculant required
- Germination: 5-10 Days
- Plant Height: 5'
- Uses: Because of its aggressive root system, Trios promotes water penetration and erosion control during the rainy season. Use this crop to take up excess nitrogen.
- Facts to Note: Yields more organic matter than even Merced Rye or Barley. Mow it in spring to a height of 3 and it will continue to regrow.
Want to learn more about how this cover crop improves soil health, suppresses weeds, and boosts organic matter? Read our full blog: The Versatility of Triticale as a Cover Crop.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 1.1 lb
Dimensions: 8.0"L x 5.0"W x 1.5"H
Features
Features
- Adds Significant Organic Matter
- Easily Established
- Good for Weed Competition
- Helps Control Erosion
Characteristics
Characteristics
Use Instructions
Use Instructions
Useful Information
Useful Information
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