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Common Vetch Seeds

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SKU: AM016039
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5 pounds $2.84/lb
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25 pounds $2.66/lb
$69.95$66.45
50 pounds $1.90/lb
$99.95$94.95
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Overview
Plant Common Vetch as a groundcover to loosen the soil and add nitrogen. It is also common feed for cattle, horses and rabbit. This cheerful, pink-blooming annual prefers full sun but will tolerate most soil types. (Vicia sativa)
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Botanical Name
Vicia sativa
Seed Life Cycle
Annual
Growing Zones
Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Seed Coverage
1 lbs covers 600 sq ft.
50-60 lbs per acre
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Groundcover, Easy To Grow, Naturalizes, Erosion Control, Soil Enhancing
SKU
AM016039

Description

Common Vetch is often planted as a cover crop, to loosen the soil and add nitrogen. It is also a staple for cattle, horse and rabbit feed. It requires full sun but will tolerate most soil types.