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f163
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BIODIVERSITY MIX
f163
Species-rich mixture with a high proportion of legumes to promote microbial diversity in the soil. Attracts beneficial insects. Loosens the soil and suppresses diseases.
Well suited for manual incorporation: yes
Beemeadow: yes
Lifespan: annnual
Positive for pollinators: yes
Beemeadow: yes
Seed rate: 350g/100 m²
Nutrient requirements: manuring not necessary
Components: Legumes: Field beans, vetchlings, narrow-leaved lupine,
common vetch, soybeans, Egyptian clover, common bird’s foot, Persian clover.
Monocots: Spring oats, bristle oats, Badischer Landmais (maize).
Non-legumes: Oil flax (2 types), sunflower, Phacelia, Niger.
Cruciferous plants: Camelina, yellow mustard, summer rape forage,
marrow stem kale, Sarepta mustard.
Aromatic herbs and vegetables: Turnips, marigold, dill,
coriander, wild clary.
Sowing calendar
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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.