Fast Facts
Excellent N Fixation. 90-150lb/ac.
Winter Hardy.
Breaks down quickly.
Austrian Winter Peas are a favorite cover crop and are known for solid N fixation, soil building, and ease of termination. An excellent choice when paired with a grass such as cereal rye or barley as they support the winter peas. We carry two types of peas- Austrian Winter peas and Windham Winter Peas. The Windham peas are known to be very winter hardy.
Type: Nitrogen Fixer (Legume)
Planting Timing: Aug. 15- Sept. 30
Seeding Rate:
- Precision: 30
- Drill: 40
- Broadcast: not recommended
Planting Depth: ½ – 1in.
Inoculant
Yes – Graphex SA™ for Cover Crops
Benefits of Winter Peas
Nitrogen Fixer: Good
Nutrient Scavenger: Poor
Soil Builder: Fair
Compaction Relief
Topsoil: Good
Subsoil: Poor
Erosion Control: Fair
Residue Decomposition: Quick
Weed Suppression: Fair
Grazing: Fair
Forage Value: Excellent
Attracts Beneficial Insects: Fair