No single cover crop can do everything. That's why Basic combines fodder radish, hairy vetch, crimson clover, and white and brown mustards. Each species has a job to do. Radish helps break up compacted soil, legumes naturally add nitrogen, and mustards produce quick growth that protects bare ground and helps suppress weeds. Together, they work as a team to restore soil from the ground up. π± Planting Window π Best: Late Summer to Early Fall (August to September) πΈ Also Good: Early Spring (March to April) βοΈ Not Recommended: During the hottest part of summer unless irrigated. πΌ Best For Vegetable gardens Raised beds Flower gardens Orchard rows New garden sites Seasonal garden resets π― Solves These Problems π± Compacted or tired soil πΎ Persistent weeds π§ Poor soil structure π Low organic matter π Declining soil fertility β€οΈ Why Gardeners Love It Establishes quickly across a wide range of conditions. Helps suppress weeds. Improves soil structure and organic matter. Supports beneficial soil microbes. Creates healthier, more productive gardens. π± Farm Wisdom Every garden grows on its own schedule. Use these planting windows as a guide and adjust for your local climate and growing season.