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HAIRY VETCH
FORAGES · LEGUMES #1231 · VICIA VILLOSA

HAIRY
VETCH

$145.00

The winter-hardy vetch — the most cold-tolerant legume in the lineup and the heaviest nitrogen producer in a cover crop mix.

SIZE
● IN STOCK — SHIPS FROM ENID, OK RATE: 15-20 LBS PER ACRE

SUMMARY

Hairy vetch is a hardy type of vetch suited to wetter soil and colder winters than other winter-active legumes. Hairy vetch develops best under cool temperature conditions on fertile loam soils; it is also productive on sandy or clay soils. It has been reported to grow well on light soils that are too sandy for crimson clover. It is only moderately sensitive to soil acidity.

01

WINTER HARDY

The most cold-tolerant legume in the catalog.

02

HEAVY NITROGEN

Produces more fixed nitrogen than other cover crop legumes.

03

VINING HABIT

Climbs through small grains for a full-canopy mix.

04

SOIL BUILDING

Adds significant organic matter and improves structure.

05

WEED SUPPRESSION

Dense spring growth smothers early weeds.

06

POLLINATOR VALUE

Spring bloom supports bees and beneficials.

07

TERMINATION PLANNING

Vigorous and can volunteer — plan termination timing before it sets seed.

PLANTING INFORMATION
Planting Rate15-20 LBS PER ACRE
Planting SeasonFall
Plant Depth (in)1.5–2"
Minimum Soil Temp for Germination48° F
Optimal Soil pH6–7.5
EstablishmentEasy
SEED INFORMATION
Seeds Per Pound16,000
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Leaf ColorGreen
Growing CycleAnnual
Sun RequirementFull Sun
NativeNo
ZONE
Regional Growing Zone1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10
Temperature ZoneWarm; Cool; Transitional
Taxonomy details not published for this product.