Forage pea
Forage pea, also known by other names, is grown for green manure (enrichment of nitrogen in the soil) and as a protein-rich fodder crop.
Properties
Forage peas need loose soil and are sensitive to waterlogging. Especially at flowering time the plants need sufficient water.Sowing: | from the middle of March until the end of April |
Row spacing: | 15 - 30cm |
Root depth: | medium taproot up to 50cm |
Maturation: | yellowing from the end of June, harvest from mid-July to mid-August |