Faba - Green manure
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This well-balanced mix of different botanical families is particularly useful before pulse crops and contributes to soil fertility. Sow early in the season for an attractive, diverse range of flowers.
Variety-specific characteristics
| Seed rate | 300-350 g/100m² |
|---|---|
| Height | 40-200 cm |
| Lifespan | annual |
| Components | Bristle oats, phacelia, flax, sunflowers and camelina |
| 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.