Sericea Lespedeza
AU Grazer Sericea Lespedeza
This perennial lespedeza plant is often jokingly referred to as "the poor man's alfalfa". It can tolerate a low pH, has few insects, and lower overall fertility requirements. While it can tolerant poor soil conditions, it will increase in performance as soil conditions improve. The tannin concentration helps control the barber pole worm in small ruminants. Can be harvested for wet hay, dry hay, or planted for grazing.
$310.00
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Broadcast and cultipack into a prepared seedbed. Ensure the soil is firm before seeding. Can be drilled if kept shallow. Plant when soils are 55 degrees and rising.
| Seeding rate | 20-25lbs/A |
|---|---|
| Planting depth (in) | Soil surface to 0.25" |
| Harvest height (in) | 24-36" |
| Target residual height for regrowth | 4-6" |