Buckwheat germinates quickly and rapidly forms a dense leaf canopy to smother out weeds. It produces several tons of dry matter in 6 to 8 weeks. Due to its long blooming/flowering peridods it is a good source of nectar in late summer. Do not use as a companion crop.
50 lbs/acre at a 1" depth
Long used as an excellent ground cover for erosion control on a wide range of soils. Hazlet’s rapid germination and top growth provides rapid cover and its deep roots trap excess nutrients. Seed in late fall.
50 lbs. per acre
It can be drilled or broadcast.