Astera - Green manure

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Neutral blend useful before spring cultivation. Composed of pulses, clovers and grasses, this mix is highly effective in fixing nitrogen in soil and the formation of humus.

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Variety-specific characteristics

Seed rate 450-500 g/100m²
Height 40-100 cm
Lifespan annual
Components Common vetch, bristle oats, Egyptian clover, flax and phacelia.
Hardy no
Nutrient requirements manuring not necessary
Sowing depth 2 cm

Explanations

Bee-friendly: This plant has a good nectar or pollen supply, which is especially good for honey and wild bees, as well as other pollinating insects. There are 500 different kinds of wild bees alone. Some crops are best approached by specialists, others by generalists.