Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop Seed Mix
40-60 Days to Termination. Brassica napus, Brassica rapa, and Raphanus sativus. 3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, winter-killing. This cover crop mix of radish, canola rapeseed, and turnip is ideal for those wanting to reduce soil compaction, improve drainage, and suppress weeds. It is ideally sown in the late summer or fall seasons to winter kill. Although, it may still be planted in the spring to prepare for summer-sown crops. This mix is also forage and grazing-friendly but should be paired with additional feed or roughage for a complete diet. ~7,395 seeds/oz.
Growing Non-GMO 3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop Seeds
This cover crop mix may be planted in the summer through early fall to help improve soil quality. Specifically, this mix helps reduce soil compaction, produces forage biomass, suppresses weeds, and improves water drainage. Plant up to 0.5 inches deep. It should be broadcast at a rate of 10 lbs per acre (1 lb per 4,356 square feet) or drilled at 8 lbs per acre (1 lb per 5,445 square feet). Clear the growing area of weeds before sowing. To broadcast, either throw by hand or utilize a spreader. To boost its biomass production, fertilize at planting. This cover crop should be grown for about 35-40 days before termination or expected fall frost of at least 28F.
* Cover crops are intended as an organic process to improve soil quality by being planted, terminated, and allowed to break down back into the soil before a crop or garden is grown the following season. If seeking an ornamental groundcover, we recommend using other flowering plants or lawn alternatives.
Benefits of the 3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop
Reduce Soil Compaction - The taproot habit of these plants helps reduce compaction common to clay soils for a better seedbed in the spring. We highly recommend this mix for those using no-till practices as it can also winter-kill when sown in the late summer to fall season.
Weed Suppression - To prevent weed growth between seasons, it is best to keep the soil covered. By planting the 3 Brassica Classic Trio cover crop in the late summer and fall seasons, you can suppress weeds and improve soil drainage in preparation of anticipated winter snow.
About 3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop Seeds
This cover crop mix is forage friendly and may be grazed once there is enough plant material produced. Early grazing may limit root growth. If this mix is grown for grazing, we recommend supplementing with additional roughage for a balanced diet.
This mix is not ideal for growing as a cover crop in southern states. Brassicas are cool-season crops and develop best in cool and temperate climates.
Terminating the 3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop
Winter Kill - All plants in this cover crop mix will winter-kill with temperatures below 28 F, making it a great option for fall planting.
Till or Turn Under - When grown in the spring or summer seasons, it is necessary to mow and till or turn under the cover crop before flowering.
Classic Trio Cover Crop Mix Seeds
| Crop | Scientific Name | Percent of Mix |
| Daikon Radish |
Raphanus sativus | 40 |
| Rapeseed (Canola) |
Brassica napus | 30 |
| Turnip |
Brassica rapa | 30 |
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Whether your soils are heavy with clay, or more on the sandy side, this cover crop will help you make positive improvements by increasing the organic matter in your soils. Organic matter can help retain moisture longer, encourage healthy root development, and enable nutrient distribution to your growing plants."
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- Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market Writer |
3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop Seed Coverage:
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Covers Approximately 272 Square Feet
- 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Covers Approximately 1,089 Square Feet
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Covers Approximately 4,356 Square Feet
- 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Covers Approximately 21,780 Square Feet
- 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Covers Approximately 108,900 Square Feet
Non-GMO 3 Brassica Classic Trio Cover Crop seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Brassica napus, Brassica rapa, and Raphanus sativus |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Days to Maturity: | 40-60 |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 days |
| Seeding Depth: | Surface - 0.5 inches |
| Plant Spacing: | Broadcast, lightly rake into soil |
| Plant Height: | Varies |
| Growth Habit: | Mounding, upright |
| Soil Preference: | Improves soil compaction, moisture retention, and water drainage. |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-75 °F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun to partial shade |
Other
| Plant Width: | Varies |
| Pests and Diseases: | Growing cover crops can help disrupt pest life cycles. Growing this mix between seasons where non-brassica vegetables are grown will be an effective choice. Avoid growing before brassica crops are grown. |