Blanket combines teff and berseem clover because each plant serves a different purpose. Teff establishes quickly, creating fast cover that shades the soil and helps crowd out weeds. Clover fills in beneath it, adding nitrogen, supporting beneficial soil biology, and continuing to improve the soil long after the first flush of growth. Together, they create a living blanket that protects your garden while building healthier soil season after season. π± Planting Window βοΈ Best: Late Spring to Early Summer (May to June) πΏ Also Good: Mid-Summer (July) with consistent moisture βοΈ Not Recommended: Late fall or before winter dormancy. π― Solves These Problems π± Bare soil exposed to summer heat πΎ Aggressive summer weeds π§ Soil that dries out quickly π Erosion from wind and rain πͺ± Low organic matter and declining soil health πΌ Best For Vegetable gardens Raised beds Between crop rotations Orchard rows Vineyards Fallow garden areas Weed suppression without herbicides Conserving soil moisture Building healthier soil during the growing season β€οΈ Why Gardeners Love It Naturally shades out summer weeds. Protects soil from heat and erosion. Improves soil structure and biology. Helps retain moisture and nutrients. Easy to establish and incorporate back into the soil. 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.