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gr14
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gr14 (Fagopyrum sp.)
Annual green manure. Fast initial growth will cover soil quickly. Of medium vigour and with limited self-supporting capability. Ca. 80 cm high.
Seed rate: 300-600 g/a
Beemeadow: yes
Lifespan: annnual
Positive for pollinators: Yes
Nutrient requirements: manuring not necessary
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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.