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Johnnys Selected Seeds Winter Rye (Common)

Winter Rye (Common) is a Hardiest winter cover crop to prevent soil erosion and add organic matter. If rye grain or straw is desired, sow in fall for midsummer harvest. For green manure, sow anytime spring through midfall at 4-6 lb./1,000 sq.ft. (60-120 lb./acre). USDA Certified Organic. Avg. 17,200 seeds/lb.

Crop & Plant Type: Rye

Certifications & Compliance: Organic Certified, USDA Organic

Labeling Claims: Organic

Features: Approved For Organic Farming, Enhanced Crop Yield & Quality, Increased Disease Suppression

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Growing Information
CULTURE:
Sow the seeds at the time, rate, and depth specified in the product description.

FOR GREEN MANURE:
Till in at any growth stage.

FOR ORNAMENTAL USE OR GRAIN HARVEST:
Cut the plants near the base when most of the green color has turned brown and the seeds are hardening (no longer milky).

SEED SPECS:
Planting rates are listed in our cover crops comparison chart.
Quick Facts

Latin Name -Secale cereale

Days To Maturity -330-345 grain

Life Cycle - Annual

Hybrid Status - Open Pollinated

Product Features - OG