Austrian winter peas are a fall-seeded nitrogen-fixing legume, capable of producing up to 90-150 lbs. N/acre.
Seeding Rate (lbs. / acre)
- Drill: 30-50
- Broadcast: not recommended
- In a mix: 10-25
Austrian Winter Peas Benefits & Info
- Green manure option that decomposes quickly
- Works well when combined with Scav-N-Ger® radish
- Most effective with 6-8 weeks of growth in the fall to maximize nitrogen production
- Expect winterkill when temperatures fall below 18° F, especially without snow cover
- Keep off water-logged soils
Forage Considerations
- Vail™ Winter Peas were selected for forage quality and cold tolerance
- Forage value increases when mixed alongside oats or small-grain
- Forage-type winter peas have low tannin (white flowers)
- Increased biomass vs. Austrian winter peas