{"title":"Summer Cover Crop Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese cover crop seeds are suited to planting in the summer over most of the USA.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"buckwheat-organic-seeds","title":"Buckwheat - Organic - Cover Crop Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e70-90 Days. \u003cem\u003eFagopyrum esculentum\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic. Cover Crop. Heirloom. Non-GMO Organic buckwheat seeds grow an ancient foraging crop that, until recently, wasn't grown for much more than livestock fodder. Open-pollinated Organic buckwheat is traditionally seeded, grown, and harvested much like wheat, despite being a broadleaf cultivar entirely unrelated to wheat and grass. Organic heirloom buckwheat seeds mature at 24-36 inches tall for summer tilling, being popularly mulched back into the garden at the end of the season, or left to bloom delicate white blossoms. Buckwheat is extremely sensitive to freezing temperatures in both spring and fall. Wholesale seed packets and bulk sizes available. ~750 seeds\/ounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead more about Cover Crops:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/cover-crop\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGet Your Free Cover Crop Growing Guide!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Organic Buckwheat Cover Crop Garden Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFagopyrum esculentum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common Buckwheat, Beech Wheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckwheat Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-85 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckwheat Seeding Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 lb per 1000 sq. ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Planting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broadcasting directly and lightly tamp into soil (1\/2\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic buckwheat seeds mature into a 24-36\" tall broadleaf grain-like crop with multiple shallow blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckwheat Soil Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Converts nitrogen back into the soil, while minimizing erosion, drainage, and weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrow Temp Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-80° F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Light Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests\/Diseases\/Troubleshooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-GMO \u003cem\u003eFagopyrum esculentum\u003c\/em\u003e is an Organic warm-season cover crop with no serious pests and, in fact, is known to deter pests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seasonally light field greens with soft white blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckwheat Cover Crop Mow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual Organic buckwheat cover crop is best mowed down once the crop reaches 50% bloom, before it goes to seeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Organic Buckwheat Cover Crop Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuckwheat is a fast-growing, warm-season, succulent, broad-leaved annual attaining a height of 2 to 4 feet. It has one main stem with several smaller branches. The leaf shape is roughly triangular, and flowers are white, pink, or red. Seeds come in two types, depending on the variety: large and dark-colored with triangular sides, or smaller and gray-colored with a rounder shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFOOD: Most buckwheat is ground into flour and used for a variety of foods, including noodles in Japan and pancakes\/breakfast cereals in the U.S. England, Russia, and Eastern Europeans make a wide range of other foods with buckwheat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIMPROVE SOIL: Buckwheat has also been used widely as a cover crop to smother weeds and improve the soil. The crop seems to improve soil tilth, and is reported to make phosphorus more available as a soil nutrient, through root-associated mycorrhizae.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHONEY CROP: Buckwheat flowers profusely, making it popular with beekeepers and an attractive crop in the landscape. Reports are that it is not uncommon for a strong colony to glean 10 pounds of honey per day while foraging buckwheat, with one acre (.41 ha) of buckwheat producing up to 150 lb. (65 kg) of honey per growing season. Buckwheat may fill a special need for the beekeeper since the honey flow comes late in the season when other nectar is scarce. Thus, it may be possible to obtain a crop of buckwheat honey in an area where an earlier flow has been harvested from other sources. The variety Tokyo is reported to produce a lighter colored honey than most buckwheats. Makes a yummy dark honey.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDYE: Brown dye can be made from flowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSMOTHER CROP: Buckwheat is a good competitor because it germinates rapidly, and the dense leaf canopy soon shades the soil. This rapid growth soon smothers most weeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLIVESTOCK FEED: In the past, buckwheat was often fed to livestock, especially hogs, and it is occasionally still used for livestock. Buckwheat has roughly the feed value of oats when fed to livestock. Buckwheat should be mixed with other grains when fed to livestock; this is especially true for light-skinned hogs, which can develop a rash or other complications after eating large amounts of buckwheat. Dehulled buckwheat may be less likely to cause this reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic non-GMO buckwheat seeds are a warm-season cover crop intended to be broadcast directly in early spring as a summer companion plant for fall tilling. Directly broadcast seed, then lightly rake and tamp, or, for more traditional garden harvests or perennial sowing, plant 2-3 Organic buckwheat cover crop seeds 0.5 inch deep and 10-12 inches apart in average, loamy, well-drained garden soil in full sun. Buckwheat is a full sun variety, but benefits from shade in long summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-pollinated buckwheat is a traditional cover crop thriving in deficient, compacted, and uncultivated soils. Organic annual buckwheat seeds germinate in 3-7 days with no thinning necessary. Non-GMO \u003cem\u003eFagopyrum esculentum\u003c\/em\u003e is an Organic warm-season cover crop with no serious pests and is known to deter insects such as thrips. When seeded as a cover crop, mow non-GMO buckwheat before it goes to seed (about when 50% of the crop has bloomed), mulching annual buckwheat back into garden soil as \"green manure\". Springtime seeding of Organic buckwheat will help minimize weeds in the garden and grow space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough not a grain, Organic \u003cem\u003eFagopyrum esculentum\u003c\/em\u003e is often substituted for and treated as a grain crop, grown as a quickly maturing protein source that can be harvested in the warmer months for offset harvesting. The oldest domesticated crop of buckwheat is believed to have been cultivated nearly 6,000 years ago in China as both a crop for human and animal consumption. Despite its rising popularity in the last couple of decades, open-pollinated buckwheat is still popularly seeded as a forage crop for livestock. Buckwheat is sometimes called \"beech wheat\" for its unique, triangle-shaped seeds, which resemble the seeds of a beech tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Buckwheat Benefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO heirloom buckwheat blossoms attract essential pollinators while converting vital nitrogen and phosphorus back into depleted garden soil, feeding your soil for future harvests. Annual buckwheat is primarily grown for its rich nitrogen-fixing bacteria, but also seeded for its ability to minimize erosion, unwanted weeds, and dense clay-heavy soils. When tilling crops in the summer, don't over-till the soil so the buckwheat has a chance to overpower weeds and take root. Organic open-pollinated buckwheat seeds are known to mature into an insect-repelling favorite against thrips, mealybugs, and other leafhoppers. Annual non-GMO buckwheat is not winter hardy, which makes it easier to terminate and mulch into \"green compost\". Buckwheat is often referred to as a pseudocereal because its kernels are harvested and treated like a cereal grain, even though annual buckwheat is more closely related to sorrel and rhubarb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking buckwheat pancakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe buckwheat in photo #1 is still hulled; it must be roasted and dehulled. Picture #2 shows dehulled roasted buckwheat. Picture #3 shows grinding with a stone hand grinder. #4 is, of course, the final and delicious product. Fresh buckwheat pancakes!!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWholesale Organic Buckwheat Cover Crop Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Wholesale Seeds - Approximately 12,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 60,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 300,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Organic Buckwheat cover crop seeds are available for \u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e on orders over $60.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sustainable Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":38818573064,"sku":"30904","price":10.61,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":38818573128,"sku":"30905","price":24.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":38818573192,"sku":"30907","price":84.03,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Buckwheat_Organic_e9300d3f-3252-4450-a4b5-b06d23dddcff.jpg?v=1762440247"},{"product_id":"soybeans-organic-cover-crop-seeds","title":"Bean - Bush - Soybean (Organic) - Cover Crop Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e80 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eGlycine max\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic Soybean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, bush, shell, soybean, sprouting bean. Suitable for growing in garden plots and raised beds. A popular cover crop traditionally sown in the fall to replenish nitrogen content in garden soil while breaking up tough soils. Soybean is cultivated for its firm root system. Helps to minimize garden erosion, improve soil tilth and structure, while bolstering weed suppression. As a legume, soybeans will help fix nitrogen in the soil. ~222 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eGlycine max\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Annual Crop: Not Intended to Overwinter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, direct sow when soil temperatures are reliably above 60 F. Planting with an inoculant may increase yields, but is certainly not required for a successful grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Recommended. Beans grow best without any root disturbance. We recommend direct sowing instead of transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Pollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans are self-pollinating as they contain both the male and female parts within their flowers, unlike other fruit and vegetable plants. While they are self-pollinating, having a variety of pollinators and flowers around will improve yields by ensuring the greatest chances for pollinating events to occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap or Shell Bean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shell - Shell beans have a non-edible woody or fibrous husk that contains the edible beans within. For example, edamame has the beans inside, but you wouldn't want to eat the husk. Shell beans are also sometimes referred to as shelling beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePole or Bush Bean: \u003c\/strong\u003eBush - Bush beans grow on low-growing, compact, upright, bushy plants that typically do not need a trellis, pole, or other support. Bush beans are usually favorable for container growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Sub-Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soybean - Soybeans (aka soya bean, soy bean, soja bean) are shell beans originating in Asia. They are high in protein and are ultra-versatile, used in fermentation, soymilk, tofu, edamame, and countless other culinary uses. Sprouting - Sprouting beans are a category of beans, popular for growing sprouts. These typically include mung, adzuki, and garbanzo, as well as small fava and soybeans grown as sprouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-15 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-season; ready for harvest around 66-86 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. As light feeders and nitrogen-fixing legumes, beans do not require nitrogen-heavy fertilizers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer (70-85 F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-90 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans are susceptible to beetles, aphids, spider mites, and cutworms. Look for signs of chewing, curling leaves, eggs on the undersides of leaves, and leaf discoloration. Keep your bean plants free of dust buildup and surround them with a variety of plants to help deter and prevent pest damage. Beans are also susceptible to powdery mildew, bean blight, rust, and root rot. Maintain a regular watering schedule that avoids overly saturated soil. The roots need adequate time to air out between watering. This will also help prevent common fungal and bacterial diseases from developing. Good air circulation and applying water to the ground rather than the leaves will help maintain healthy bean plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Soybean Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Soybean Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild and nutty when young, then maturing to an earthy, denser flavor when fully ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edamame, Tofu, Tempeh, Soy Milk, Soy Sauce, Animal Feed, Boiled, Stir-fries, Soups, Purees, Stews, Etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Organic Soybeans in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoybeans thrive in well-drained, loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Before planting, it's a good idea to work compost or organic matter into the soil to improve fertility and drainage. Soybeans should be directly sown into the ground after the last frost when the soil has warmed to at least 55 F. The seeds should be sown at a depth of about 1 inch. Place the seeds about 10 inches apart in rows spaced 18 to 36 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoybeans need consistent moisture, particularly during flowering and pod development. Water them deeply and regularly. Be careful not to overwater, as soybeans are susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Organic Soybeans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo terminate, chop or mow the soybeans with a string trimmer, lawnmower, or sickle. Tops can be worked into the soil with a tiller or fork\/shovel, or left on the surface to decompose over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Organic Soybean Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitially domesticated in China, soybeans have played a crucial role in Asian agriculture and cuisine. They were introduced to North America in the 18th century, primarily as a forage crop, but their use quickly expanded due to their nutritional value and versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is particularly great for sprouting purposes as well. To sprout soybeans, soak the beans in water for 8-12 hours. Drain and rinse the beans, then place them in a sprouting jar or a tray, keeping them in a dark, warm place. Rinse the beans twice daily, and within 3-5 days, you’ll see small sprouts emerging. Once the sprouts are about 1-2 inches long, they are ready to eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"To reduce the need for nitrogen fertilizers, grow soybeans and then, after the harvest, leave the rest of the plants (or at least the roots) in place and either let them die and decompose naturally or till them into the soil. This ensures that all the nitrogen the plant worked hard to capture remains in the soil for next year.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Lara-Wadsworth.jpg?v=1656702669\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"custom-videos\" class=\"custom-video-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AeSqa0w4VZo?si=xJmUHsZyq7ZDjapr\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8SKatHrTSOM?si=er9i1e6MCQjRFSI3\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/blogs\/articles\/examples-of-seed-variation-natural-vs-man-made-materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExamples Of Seed Variation - Natural Vs Man-Made Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Soybean Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 g - Wholesale - Approximately 235 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 1,776 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 3,552 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 8,850 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 17,760 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 88,800 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 106,560 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Organic Soybean seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split–\u003e\n\n--\u003e","brand":"Handy Pantry","offers":[{"title":"30 g Packet","offer_id":31957231665267,"sku":"48449","price":3.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":31957231698035,"sku":"17038","price":5.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb Bag","offer_id":31957231730803,"sku":"17048","price":7.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2.5 lb Bag","offer_id":31957231763571,"sku":"17050","price":13.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Can","offer_id":31957231796339,"sku":"16773","price":24.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 lb Bag","offer_id":31957231829107,"sku":"17051","price":72.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 lb Bucket","offer_id":31957231861875,"sku":"16748","price":108.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/soybeans-organic-cover-crop-seeds-comp.jpg?v=1762443916"},{"product_id":"heirloom-grain-seed-millet-seed-white-proso-millet","title":"Millet Seeds - White Proso","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Proso Millet (70-100 days). Proso millet, also called Proso, grain millet, or hog millet, is grown primarily in the US for feed grain or birdseed purposes. However, people around the world eat millet, and it is becoming wildly popular in health food stores today. Proso is a warm-season grass and is well-adapted to the warm summer temperatures. It is, however, sensitive to frost and therefore usually is planted in June. ~5,000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMillet Seeds - White Proso\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProso has a shallow root system, but because of its short growing season, the water requirements for Proso are less than for most other crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nice fodder crop or cover crop to add organic matter to enrich your soil. Plant to attract birds such as indigo buntings!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhite Proso Millet Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 5,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 80,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 400,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,000,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 Oz","offer_id":39372126027891,"sku":"44930","price":3.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Lb","offer_id":39372126060659,"sku":"44929","price":8.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Lb","offer_id":39372126126195,"sku":"44932","price":16.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Lb","offer_id":39372126093427,"sku":"44931","price":62.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/heirloom-grain-seed-millet-seed-white-proso-millet-Comp.jpg?v=1762445151"},{"product_id":"japanese-millet","title":"Millet Seeds - Japanese","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchinochloa esculenta\u003c\/em\u003e. Japanese Millet is warm season grass that is grown primarily for forage, wildlife habitat and of course is a favorite bird food. Can tolerate wet soils once established. Commonly planted in wetlands, near ponds or along streams to attract water fowl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMillet Seeds - Japanese\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is robust with coarse, hairless leaves 4-20 inches long with stems that are thicker than most millets. Grows 2-4' tall. Japanese millet is a weed-suppressing cover crop that can grow up to 4 ft in 45 days. Can tolerate several cuttings, but should reach 20 inches before cutting. Plant 1\/4\" to 1\/2\" in depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSeeding Rate is 10-15 lbs per acre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds Per Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Approximately 8,900 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Approximately 143,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Approximately 715,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Approximately 3,575,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 OZ","offer_id":39372128780403,"sku":"44898","price":4.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB","offer_id":39372128813171,"sku":"44897","price":8.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LB","offer_id":39372128878707,"sku":"44900","price":19.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 LB","offer_id":39372128845939,"sku":"44899","price":64.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/japanese-millet-Comp.jpg?v=1762445166"},{"product_id":"martin-milo","title":"Sorghum Seeds - Martin Milo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSorghum bicolor.\u003c\/em\u003e 120 days to maturity. In 1937, a plant appeared in a field of another variety that was infested with milo disease. This plant, however, appeared outstanding because of its resistance. Thus, Martin Milo was born. W.P. Martin in Lubbock, Texas, is credited with this selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSorghum Seeds - Martin Milo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe seeding rate\u003c\/strong\u003e is 9-20 lbs per acre, with 16 lbs per acre optimal. In drought-affected areas, use a seeding rate of 5-6 lbs per acre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorghum is a traditional crop in the South and can be used as a summer cover crop. It is drought-tolerant and can be used on its own or in a cover-crop mix. Sorghums are quick-growing grasses that can suppress weeds and penetrate compacted soils thanks to their extensive root systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the first double-dwarf, combine-harvested types at 3-4 feet. Seeds are reddish-brown. Seed heads are threshed easily. Stalks are slender and seldom tiller. Martin Milo Sorghum has excellent drought tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds Per Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Approximately 1,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Approximately 16,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Approximately 80,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Approximately 400,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 OZ","offer_id":39372130287731,"sku":"46864","price":2.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB","offer_id":39372130320499,"sku":"46863","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LB","offer_id":39372130386035,"sku":"46866","price":37.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 LB","offer_id":39372130353267,"sku":"46865","price":139.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/martin-milo-comp.jpg?v=1762445175"},{"product_id":"bean-seeds-bush-phenomenal-cowpeas","title":"Bean Seeds - Bush - Phenomenal Cowpeas","description":"\u003cp\u003e60-70 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eVigna unguiculata\u003c\/em\u003e. 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Bush beans are usually favorable to container growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Sub-Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Applicable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-season; ready for harvest around 66-86 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. 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The roots need adequate time to air out between watering. This will also help prevent common fungal and bacterial diseases from developing. Good air circulation and applying water to the ground rather than the leaves will help maintain healthy bean plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenomenal Cowpea Bean Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green pod matures to yellow, Tan-Cream and Black mottled bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenomenal Cowpea Bean Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy and nutty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Containers (12-18 inches wide and deep)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soups, stews, and chili. 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Water the plants deeply once a week, providing about 1 inch of water. In extremely hot or dry conditions, increase the frequency to prevent the soil from drying out completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans do well in moderately fertile soils and do not require heavy fertilization. Prior to planting, enrich the soil with compost or a balanced organic fertilizer. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, as they can encourage foliage growth at the expense of bean production. A side-dressing of compost midway through the growing season can be beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the area around the plants free of weeds to reduce competition for nutrients and water. Mulching with straw or grass clippings can help suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. Regularly inspect the plants for signs of pests such as aphids, beetles, and caterpillars. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil if pests become problematic. Ensure good air circulation around the plants to prevent fungal diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Phenomenal Cowpea Beans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhenomenal Bush Cowpea Beans are typically ready to harvest 60-70 days after planting. These beans are primarily grown as a shelling variety, meaning they are harvested for their seeds rather than being eaten as green pods. To determine when to harvest, check the pods. They should be fully filled out and yellow. For dried beans, wait until the pods are brown and dry before picking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse scissors or pruning shears to cut the pods from the plants, avoiding damage to the plant. For dried beans, allow the pods to dry on the plant, then shell them and let the beans dry completely before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Phenomenal Cowpea Bean Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans are loved for their high yield and nutritional benefits. They are an excellent source of protein, fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans were bred for their resilience in hot and arid climates, as well as their ability to improve soil fertility through nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are considered lucky when eaten on New Year's Day in the Southern United States, a tradition known as eating Hoppin' John.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCowpeas also make a fantastic cover crop as they fix nitrogen from the atmosphere back into the soil. This reduces the need for the soil to be fertilized over time and improves soil fertility overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Cowpeas grow well alongside corn, cucumbers, and strawberries. Avoid planting them near onions and garlic, as these can inhibit their growth.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Lara-Wadsworth.jpg?v=1656702669\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"custom-videos\" class=\"custom-video-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/znnY31oJ_1c?si=RvtAbjZh15uAIjbe\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A6bT1u86Wy0?si=Y4VsjpzAS0oghMLZ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/blogs\/articles\/examples-of-seed-variation-natural-vs-man-made-materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExamples Of Seed Variation - Natural Vs Man-Made Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePhenomenal Cowpea Bean Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 180 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 720 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,880 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 9,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 45,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Phenomenal Cowpea Bean seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"1 Oz Packet","offer_id":42145950335091,"sku":"75449","price":3.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Oz","offer_id":42145950367859,"sku":"65376","price":6.62,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Lb","offer_id":42145950400627,"sku":"75450","price":12.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 Lb","offer_id":42145950433395,"sku":"75451","price":33.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 Lb","offer_id":42145950466163,"sku":"75452","price":120.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Bean-Bush-Phenomenal-Cowpeas-comp.jpg?v=1762452015"}],"url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/collections\/summer-cover-crop-seeds.oembed","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}