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.
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.