Pensacola Bahia Grass Seed “Premium Grade” – 2 Lbs.
SeedRanch Pensacola Bahia Grass Seed – Premium Grade Used extensively in pastures and road-side grassing throughout the Southeast. Stands colder soil temps, thus can be planted further north in Southern States. Available from both seed and sod sources commercially. But usually planted using seeds. Pensacola Bahia is sold as non-certified seed, thus make sure you buy your seeds from a reputable dealer to receive quality seeds. Florida grown seed is generally of higher quality than seeds produced in other states. This is because of lower “objectionable” weeds in Florida grown seeds. Pensacola Bahia grass is grown and planted on more acres than any of the other varieties of Bahia. It has been established on several million acres of roads, lawns, pasture, forage and conservation lands in the Southern states of USA since it’s discovery in 1935 by Ed Finlayson of the Escambia County Extension Service. Pensacola has long, slim (narrow) leaves with an extensive root system that grows to depths of 7-10 feet. Pensacola also has more cold-tolerance than the other Bahia’s, thus it can be grown further North toward and in the transition zone. Top growth is usually killed by “mild frost”, but it recovers fast with warm weather. In colder areas the Pensacola variety produces more early and late season forage growth than the other Bahia varieties.
Wrens Abruzzi Winter Rye Grain Seed (Secale cereale) – 10 Lbs.
Developed 1953 in GA as an early winter rye with superior performance in the SE piedmont and coastal plains. A selection of the much older Abruzzi rye. Rye cover crop is great for controlling erosion, adding organic matter, enhancing soil life, and suppressing weeds. Its extensive root system makes it among the best green manures for improving soil structure. It is an excellent soil renovator and pioneer crop for new fields. Rye is very good at releasing phosphorus and potassium. It also stabilizes excess soil and manure nitrogen. Rye and vetch together are one of the preferred cover crops for no-till tomato planting. Rye is also good for animal grazing; it’s highly palatable and of high nutritional quality, and comes back from grazing and grows again. Wren’s Abruzzi performs better in the warm winters of the southeast than other available varieties of rye. Rapid establishment and growth, together with weed suppression, make Wren’s Abruzzi an excellent choice for certified organic growers. Sow August 1 to November 15 as a winter cover crop. Plant at 4-6 lbs per 1000 sq ft, or 60-112 lbs per acre. Pkt. (1/2 lb)
SeedRanch Alfalfa Seed (Non-GMO) Coated and Inoculated – 3 Lbs.
Alfalfa Plot Location, Preparation, Maintenance and Replanting Alfalfa requires a little more planning and care prior to and after planting than other food plot forages. Here are some basic tips to growing a healthy alfalfa food plot. Plot Location Drainage: Alfalfa, in general, does not tolerate wet-natured ground. It prefers well-drained soil. Well-drained sites can be just about any soil type that is on a slight angle where water drains quickly; a hilltop; sandy soil that drains easily and quickly; or any other location that simply does drains well. Sunlight: Alfalfa prefers sites that receive a significant amount of direct sunlight – 5 hours per day or more. Alfalfa can grow in shadier locations, but the plants may not be as productive. Soil Depth: Alfalfa excels in deep soils. The deeper the soil, the deeper the roots go, and the more drought tolerant the plot will be. Alfalfa roots can go more than 10 feet deep if the soil is deep enough. Alfalfa is naturally a desert plant from the Middle East. A rocky, shallow soil is not a good site for alfalfa. With deep soil, alfalfa will grow from the Gulf Coast states all the way to Canada. Try to select sites that have a soil depth of at least a couple feet. Plot Preparation Soil pH: After you have selected an adequate plot site, get a soil test as soon as possible to determine soil pH and fertilizer requirements. Alfalfa is very sensitive to soil pH. It needs a pH of 6.5-7.5. If your soil pH is low (which is common for the eastern U.S.), apply the recommended amount of lime at least four months before planting, as it takes many months for lime to dissolve. Several tons of limes per acre is a common application. Planting: When it is time to plant, work the soil up thoroughly and then pack the soil with a roller or cultipacker (if desired, Roundup can be applied two or more weeks in advance to kill “junk” in the plot). Broadcast the seed and then roll the plot again. Alfalfa seed should planted about ¼-inch deep. There are other methods to successfully plant alfalfa. The broadcast seeding rate for alfalfa is 20 lbs/acre (a 50-lb bag plants 2 ½ acres). Fertilizer: Fertilizer can be spread the day of planting or several weeks before. Minimal nitrogen will be needed, but alfalfa does need phosphorous and potassium. Refer to your soil test for exact fertilizer needs. If you don’t take a soil test, apply a minimum of 50 lbs of phosphorous and 100 lbs of potassium per acre per year (that recommendation is very low for many soils). A soil test may reveal you need less or more fertilizer than the above recommendation. As a legume, alfalfa produces its own nitrogen. Boron: Alfalfa also needs a certain amount of boron. Refer to your soil test to determine if you need to add boron to your plot. Plot Maintenance Fertilizer: Fertilizer should be applied each year in spring or fall. See the Plot Preparation section for more fertilizer tips. Weed Control: Non Round Up Ready… Mowing: Alfalfa is more attractive to deer when less than 10 inches tall. If the plot gets taller, mow it to 4-6 inches. It is not recommended let your alfalfa get several feet tall and then mow it short. The cuttings can pile up, resulting in dead or diseased plants under the clippings. If you have large plots that get very tall, it is suggested to have the plot mowed and baled (local farmers may be eager to harvest your plots, and interested farmers are likely to harvest the plot and still pay you a price per bale – check your local alfalfa hay prices). It is best to mow plots before a majority of plants produce flowers. How Long Will the Plot Last? If well maintained, alfalfa plots can easily last for five years or longer. Production for three to five years can be expected. Poor quality varieties may not last as long, but improved varieties, such as Alfa-Graze, can thrive for many years. Replanting Plots Alfalfa produces a chemical that is toxic to its own seedlings (a mystery of nature). The toxin does not kill alfalfa seedlings, but it significantly hinders growth. So after a plot is no longer productive, plant an alfalfa plot in another location. The old site can be left fallow or replanted with a non-legume food plot forage to take advantage of nitrogen produced by the alfalfa (cereal grains, corn, brassicas, chicory). The site needs to sit for at least two winters before being replanted with alfalfa.
Tifblair Centipede Grass Seed – 2 Lbs.
PLANTING DATES Centipede can be planted anytime a new lawn can be prepared. However late summer planting (August 15 – November 1) is not advised due to inadequate time for establishment before winter. For best results plant in March or April, but quicker germination will occur May–July. TifBlair can be planted in the fall of the year after the soil temperatures are cold enough to prevent germination (typically after November 1). TifBlair seed will not germinate until the soil warms the following spring. PLANTING RATES To determine the amount of seed to purchase, multiply the length of the your lawn in feet by the width in feet to determine the square feet (sq. ft.). Subtract area for sidewalks, driveways, and other areas that will not be planted. Plant TifBlair at a rate of ½ pound per 1,000 sq. ft. Higher seeding rates (up to 1lb. per 1000 sq.ft.) will produce a quicker grow-in and produce a more dense turf in a shorter amount of time. Using higher rates of seed is more cost-effective than trying to save money on “light” seeding rates, because more watering and weed control will be necessary with “light” rates. PLANTING Establishing a beautiful and attractive lawn consists of six easy steps. 1. Remove loose debris, such as sticks, stones, and trash. Till and loosen soil to create a crumbly seedbed. Work in a 5-10-15 fertilizer at a rate of 10 pounds per 1,000 sq. ft. Centipede thrives in acidic soil. DO NOT LIME UNLESS SOIL TEST FOR A CENTIPEDE LAWN ADVISES YOU TO LIME. 2. To prepare seedbed, rake thoroughly and smooth the surface to provide a crumbly top layer that is ideal for sowing. 3. Sow the seed according to your spreader’s recommended rate. Divide seed into two equal portions. Sow in one direction east to west, then use second portion and sow north to south to insure uniform coverage. 4. Work seed into soil ¼ to ½ inch with the flexing rake. Roll yard smooth. Use straw as light mulch in areas of erosion concern. Mulch should be used lightly so that it does not shade young seedlings. 5. Most Important Step: Water thoroughly and frequently, but avoid creating puddles. Soil should be kept moist up to ½ inch deep until emergence of the seedlings. After seedling emergence water less frequently. Water only as needed after stand is established. 6. Mow frequently to control weeds once seedlings are established, taking care to never remove than 1/3 of the plant. FOR RESEEDING EXISTING LAWNS 1. Cut existing lawn as close as possible or use Round-UpÒ to reduce vigor and competition from existing lawn. 2. Rake or scratch (aerify, scarify) the surface and remove debris. 3. Apply seed and water as described above. *Round-Up is a registered trademark of Monsanto Company TifBlair Advantage Exceptional Late Season Color And Quality In tests conducted in Alabama, Oklahoma and Georgia, TifBlair had equal or better turf quality than the other tested centipede varieties. The fact is, TifBlair produces more stolons with more leaves more quickly than common centipede. While TifBlair’s winter dormant color is similar to common centipede, its late season color retention is far superior to common centipede and a point better than both Oaklawn and Tenn Hardy. Developed Especially For Low pH Soils Common centipede’s poor rooting characteristics have limited it to sites with good soil and water availability. TifBlair, on the other hand, is an ideal choice for construction sites with eroded, low pH soils such as those routinely found in the southeastern coastal plains, piedmont and mountain regions. The chart below clearly demonstrates TifBlair’s ability for aggressive growth in both low and high pH soils. Comparison of TifBlair Certified Centipede and Common Centipede Growth in Low pH Soils Soil pH Level TifBlair Common Growth Advantage Low pH-Plant Diameter 84″ 52″ 62% High pH-Plant Diameter 88″ 80″ 10% Planted 6/89, Evaluated 8/15/91 – Griffin, GA Cold Hardy Enough For Northern Climates One of the biggest advantages of TifBlair over common centipede and St. Augustine grass is its improved cold tolerance. Tests conducted over 3 winters at Stillwater, OK and Blairsville, GA, demonstrated that TifBlair can survive prolonged severe winter temperatures. This is good news if you’re looking for an aggressive, low-maintenance turf that will do well on highway roadsides or commercial and residential lawns in the more northerly regions. Adapts Remarkably Well To Dry Conditions With the volatile weather patterns, water shortages and outright water bans of the last few years, no wonder landscape professionals are looking for grasses with improved drought tolerance. TifBlair’s unique deep-rooting system gives it the ability to produce superior turf even in poor quality soils and under persistent day-in day-out dry conditions. Improved Plant Vigor Shortens Grow-In Time On-farm comparisons of TifBlair and common centipede have shown that TifBlair grown from seed establishes more rapidly and with greater consistency than common centipede. This translates into a big advantage for homeowners and landscape professionals ike. Everybody benefits from shorter grow-in times, fewer weed problems and denser turf stands. And that’s the beauty of certified TifBlair centipede.
Aeschynomene Deer Vetch Food Plot Seeds Un-Hulled – 50 Lbs.
In South Florida during a mild winter, plants will live through the winter and put out new growth in the spring. This kind of spelling is not required for evenia which flowers and seeds throughout the year.
SeedRanch White Dutch Clover Seed (Non Gmo) – 50 Lbs. ( 8 Acres Coverage)
White Dutch Clover White Dutch Clover designates a strain of white clover which is perennial. Used in lawns, as a ground cover, cover crop, for erosion control, and in pasture mixtures. Usually matures between 4 to 8 inches. Many homeowners include White Dutch clover in their lawn seed mixture because clover sprouts fast and grows so dependably that it’s a valuable aid in getting a new lawn started. Nodules on the roots fix nitrogen from the air. Actually, up to 1/3 the nitrogen your lawn needs can be obtained from white dutch clover! Grows vigorously even in poor clay subsoil around new home construction. If you want all the benefits of a cover crop but don’t want to till early or mow, clover is your best bet. Getting a good stand of white clover is a first and critical step to success with this high quality, persistent crop. Since white clover is usually grown with a cool season perennial grass (may be planted alone too), it is usually either seeded at the same time as the grass or seeded into an existing grass stand. Regardless of when it is seeded, certain principles and practices are important for success. These will be discussed below; however, readers should refer to state and local sources for specific recommendations for their area.
SeedRanch White Dutch Clover Seed: Nitro-Coated & Inoculated – 50 Lbs.
Seed Ranch Inoculated White Dutch Clover SeedUsed in lawns, as a ground cover, cover crop, for erosion control, and in pasture mixtures. Usually matures between 4 to 8 inches. Many homeowners include White Dutch Clover in their lawn seed mixture because clover sprouts fast and grows so dependably that it’s a valuable aid in getting a new lawn started. Nodules on the roots fix nitrogen from the air. Actually, up to 1/3 the nitrogen your lawn needs can be obtained from white dutch clover! Grows vigorously even in poor clay subsoil around new home construction. If you want all the benefits of a cover crop but don’t want to till early or mow, clover is your best bet. Getting a good stand of white clover is a first and critical step to success with this high quality, persistent crop. Since white clover is usually grown with a cool season perennial grass (may be planted alone too), it is usually either seeded at the same time as the grass or seeded into an existing grass stand. Seeding Rate Seeding rates vary with geographic location, seeding method, and seeding mixture. In general, rates 1/4 lb per 1000 square feet or 6 to 8 lbs per acre are recommended. Seeding Depth The ideal seeding depth is approximately 1/4-inch maximum, but under favorable weather and soil conditions, seed present on the soil surface may germinate and become established. Good seed-soil contact is important to ensure rapid germination and emergence. Seeding Time In the Southern USA, white clover is seeded in late winter or early spring and in late-summerautumn. In the Northern USA, most white clover is seeded in early spring or late summer. Seeding Method White clover can be seeded by many no-till or minimum till techniques and by broadcast seeding. In conventional seedbeds, white clover is almost always seeded with a perennial grass for lawns or hard or sheeps fescue for erosion control. Just scatter the seeds, rake lightly, and keep the seed moist until it sprouts! After sprouting occurs, cut back watering as root development starts taking place and less water is needed. Withstands mild drought, grows well all over the U.S., even on barren soil where nothing else wants to grow. Winter hardy and it stays so low you can just till it under in spring if you are using it for a cover crop. Weeds The best weed control is provided by a vigorous white clover-grass stand. If necessary, white clover-grass stands can be mowed to remove grass leaves and seedheads and to suppress broadleaf weeds and woody vegetation.
White Dutch Clover Seeds – 50 Lbs.
White Dutch Clover White Dutch Clover designates a strain of white clover which is perennial. Used in lawns, as a ground cover, cover crop, for erosion control, and in pasture mixtures. Usually matures between 4 to 8 inches. Many homeowners include White Dutch clover in their lawn seed mixture because clover sprouts fast and grows so dependably that it’s a valuable aid in getting a new lawn started. Nodules on the roots fix nitrogen from the air. Actually, up to 1/3 the nitrogen your lawn needs can be obtained from white dutch clover! Grows vigorously even in poor clay subsoil around new home construction. If you want all the benefits of a cover crop but don’t want to till early or mow, clover is your best bet. Getting a good stand of white clover is a first and critical step to success with this high quality, persistent crop. Since white clover is usually grown with a cool season perennial grass (may be planted alone too), it is usually either seeded at the same time as the grass or seeded into an existing grass stand. Regardless of when it is seeded, certain principles and practices are important for success. These will be discussed below; however, readers should refer to state and local sources for specific recommendations for their area.
SeedRanch White Dutch Clover Seed: Nitro-Coated & Inoculated – 1 Lb.
Inoculated White Dutch Clover Seed Used in lawns, as a ground cover, cover crop, for erosion control, and in pasture mixtures. Usually matures between 4 to 8 inches. Many homeowners include White Dutch Clover in their lawn seed mixture because clover sprouts fast and grows so dependably that it’s a valuable aid in getting a new lawn started. Nodules on the roots fix nitrogen from the air. Actually, up to 1/3 the nitrogen your lawn needs can be obtained from white dutch clover! Grows vigorously even in poor clay subsoil around new home construction. If you want all the benefits of a cover crop but don’t want to till early or mow, clover is your best bet. Getting a good stand of white clover is a first and critical step to success with this high quality, persistent crop. Since white clover is usually grown with a cool season perennial grass (may be planted alone too), it is usually either seeded at the same time as the grass or seeded into an existing grass stand. Seeding Rate Seeding rates vary with geographic location, seeding method, and seeding mixture. In general, rates 1/4 lb per 1000 square feet or 6 to 8 lbs per acre are recommended. Seeding Depth The ideal seeding depth is approximately 1/4-inch maximum, but under favorable weather and soil conditions, seed present on the soil surface may germinate and become established. Good seed-soil contact is important to ensure rapid germination and emergence. Seeding Time In the Southern USA, white clover is seeded in late winter or early spring and in late-summerautumn. In the Northern USA, most white clover is seeded in early spring or late summer. Seeding Method White clover can be seeded by many no-till or minimum till techniques and by broadcast seeding. In conventional seedbeds, white clover is almost always seeded with a perennial grass for lawns or hard or sheeps fescue for erosion control. Just scatter the seeds, rake lightly, and keep the seed moist until it sprouts! After sprouting occurs, cut back watering as root development starts taking place and less water is needed. Withstands mild drought, grows well all over the U.S., even on barren soil where nothing else wants to grow. Winter hardy and it stays so low you can just till it under in spring if you are using it for a cover crop. Weeds The best weed control is provided by a vigorous white clover-grass stand. If necessary, white clover-grass stands can be mowed to remove grass leaves and seedheads and to suppress broadleaf weeds and woody vegetation.
Crimson Clover Seed (Non GMO) Inoculated & Coated
Crimson Clover Seed Crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum) is one of the most colorful forage plants and is frequently seen along roadsides, where it is planted for highway beautification. Crimson clover is a reseeding winter annual with an erect growth habit and a shallow taproot system. The flowers are a brilliant red color, elongated in shape, and often more than two inches long. The leaves are dark green and covered with dense hairs. Adaptation Crimson clover is best adapted to the heavier, well-drained soils, performing poorly on dry, sandy, and poorly drained sites. Crimson clover produces more forage at low temperatures than other clovers. It is fairly tolerant of soil acidity and is often seeded in mixture with small grains and ryegrass. Crimson clover is also often seeded into warm-season perennial grass pastures (bermudagrass and bahiagrass) and may reseed under some management conditions. Planting Crimson clover seed should be planted at 20 to 26 pounds of seed per acre. Most improved crimson clover varieties are adapted to Florida conditions, but they vary in spring maturity. Seeds germinate in the fall, and plants produce very little top growth while developing a strong root system, so very little forage is available for grazing before February. Grazing should be delayed until 6-8 inches of growth accumulate. Terminate grazing when plants are 3-5 inches in height. Crimson then grows rapidly until flowering begins about mid-April. Forage is very high quality with both leaves and stems readily consumed. Although it is generally grazed, it may be harvested as high-quality hay or silage. If trying to manage for reseeding, reduce grazing pressure for about three weeks when in full flower.
