Peaceful Valley Organic Premium Soil Builder Mix - Raw Seed (lb)

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Peaceful Valley Organic Premium Soil Builder Mix is designed for vegetable rotations where both nitrogen-rich legume growth and dependable cereal biomass are priorities. Rather tha n relying heavily on inexpensive grass seed, the formulation emphasizes winter-hardy organic peas and vetches, supported by organic oats and triticale. The result is a vigorous cool-season stand with several complementary root and canopy types. The legumes form nodules that support nitrogen fixation, while the cereals establish fibrous roots, capture residual nutrients, and stabilize the soil through wet weather. Oats and triticale also provide an upright scaffold for the vining peas and vetches, helping the canopy remain productive as spring growth accelerates. This balance produces strong weed competition, abundant green manure, and flowering habitat for beneficial insects. Seed in September or October in most regions. Spring planting may also work in coastal areas and other climates with cool summers. This is a raw-seed mix, so treat it with the appropriate inoculant immediately before planting. Plan termination according to the following crop: earlier mowing or incorporation creates softer residue and faster decomposition, while later termination produces more total biomass. The formulation may vary with seed availability, so review the current-lot ingredient statement when planning rotations. Season: Certified organic cool-season annual legume and cereal mixture Current Composition: Organic Triticale, Organic Peas, Organic Hairy and/or Purple Vetch, and Organic Oats; formulation may vary based on availability Application Rate: 3–5 lb per 1,000 sq ft or 70–120 lb per acre, planted approximately ¾–1 inch deep Inoculant: Strongly recommended for effective nodulation and nitrogen fixation. Use Pea Vetch Lentil Inoculant (treats 100 lb), Garden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 8 lb), or Garden Combination Mix Inoculant (treats 50 lb). Choose the package size that matches the amount of seed being planted, and plant promptly after treating the seed. Germination: Approximately 5–10 days under suitable conditions Plant Height: Approximately 4–6 feet Uses: Organic green manure, nitrogen fixation, biomass production, weed competition, erosion control, and beneficial-insect habitat Planting Window: September or October in most regions; spring in coastal or cool-summer climates Management: Confirm the current-lot composition and terminate before mature seed develops Show more