Green Manure Autumn / Winter Mix

The Autumn / Winter Green Manure Mix is made up of:
15% Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum), 20% Broad Leaf Clover (Trifolium pratense), 30% Westerwolths Rye Grass (Lolium multiflorum) and 35% White Tilney Mustard (Sinapsis alba)

Sow September to November or through to February if the soil is not too cold and wet. Spread the seed over finely prepared soil which has already been watered.
Dig in, anytime before flowering and 4-5 weeks before the ground is required. Cut the plants back and allow the foliage to wilt before digging the crop in to a depth of 15-20cm (6-8in). Chop up the foliage with the spade as you dig. Over wintered crops can be dug into the soil in spring. Ensure plants are cut back or dug in before they set seed.

1 Pack Covers Approximately 20 Square Meters (24 Square Yards)

Green Manure Crimson Clover

One of the best 'nitrogen fixers', provides high yields of nutrient rich organic matter. Suitable for exposed & windy locations, revitalises poor soils naturally, reducing soil erosion. A fast growing weed suppressant, providing excellent habitat for beneficial insects & tolerant of heavy clay soils. 
Sow April-July, on any soils to dig in the same year, or sow in early August to overwinter and dig in the following year. Thinly broadcast the seed over finely-prepared soil, which has already been watered. Dig in after 60-90 days in summer, or anytime just before flowering and 2-3 weeks before the ground is required. Cut the plants back and allow the foliage to wilt before digging the crop in to a depth of 15-20cm (6-8"). Chop up the foliage with the spade as you dig. Overwintered crops can be dug into the soil in spring. Ensure plants are cut back or dug in before they set seed.

1 Pack Covers Approximately 15 Square Meters

Green Manure Mustard (White)

A fast growing green manure which has excellent soil improvement properties. Whilst it adds to the structure and fertility of the soil, it also adds organic matter, giving the soil optimum health. It will also suppress many weeds species, soil pests and diseases.

Sow March to August, to dig in the same year or sow in August to September to overwinter and dig in the following year. Thinly broadcast the seed over a finely prepared soil, which has already been watered.
Dig in after 60-90 days in summer, or anytime just before flowering and 2-3 weeks before the ground is required. Cut the plants back and allow the foliage to wilt before digging the crop in to a depth of 15-20cm (6-8"). Chop up the foliage with the spade as you dig. Overwintered crops can be dug into the soil in spring. Ensure plants are cut back or dug in before they set seed.

1 Pack Covers Approximately 70 Square Meters

Green Manure Phacelia Tanacetifolia

Naturally adds organic matter into the soil & attracts beneficial pollinating insects. Very fast growing, can be dug in during the summer or over wintered to dig in the following spring. Vigorous foliage suppresses weeds well & soil is protected from erosion and leaching, especially in winter.

Sow March-September on any soils to dig in the same year, or sow in August-September to overwinter & dig in the following year. Thinly broadcast the seed over finely-prepared soil, which has already been watered. Dig in after 60-90 days in summer, or anytime before plants set seed & 2-3 weeks before the ground is required. Cut the plants back and allow the foliage to wilt before digging in to a depth of 15-20cm (6-8"). Chop up the foliage with the spade as you dig. Overwintered crops can be dug into the soil in spring.
Ensure plants are cut back or dug in before they set seed.

1 Pack Covers Approximately 15 Square Meters

Green Manure Winter Rye

One of the very best over-wintering green manures. Produces large amounts of fibrous roots to improve soil structure and reduce soil compaction, preventing important nutrients being washed out of the soil by wet weather.

Sow February-March on any soils to dig in the same year, or sow in early August-November to overwinter and dig in the following year. Broadcast the seed over finely-prepared soil, which has already been watered. Cut back as necessary to encourage growth. Dig in after 50-60 days in summer, or after overwintering and 4-5 weeks before the ground is required. Cut the plants back and allow the foliage to wilt before digging in to a depth of 15-20cm (6-8"). Chop up the foliage with the spade as you dig. Overwintered crops can be dug into the soil in spring. Ensure plants are cut back or dug in before they set seed.