Hairy Vetch - Green manure
gr18 (Vicia villosa)
Excellent as green manure and as fodder plant for overwintering. Fixes nitrogen, deep rooting. Provides very good soil structure.
Variety-specific characteristics
| Seed rate | 1-1.5 kg/100m² |
|---|---|
| Height | 50-150 cm |
| Lifespan | annual or biennial |
| Beemeadow | no |
| Hardy | yes |
| Vicia villosa | |
| Nutrient requirements | manuring not necessary |
| Sowing depth | 2-5 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.