Fast Facts
Quick Growing.
Winter Kills.
Excellent companion in mixes.
Oats are a great cover crop for beginners. They help to mellow soils, boost beneficial biology, and break down quickly after winterkilling. Quick growth helps to outcompete weeds and also control erosion. A great option for beginning cover croppers!
Type: Nutrient Scavenger (Grass)
Seeding Rate:
- Precision: 18
- Drill: 25
- Broadcast: 30
Planting Depth: 1 in.
Benefits of Oats
Nitrogen Fixer: n/a
Nutrient Scavenger: Good
Soil Builder: Good
Compaction Relief
Topsoil: Good
Subsoil: Poor
Erosion Control: Excellent
Residue Decomposition: Moderate
Weed Suppression: Excellent
Grazing: Excellent
Forage Value: Good
Attracts Beneficial Insects: Fair