Brassica napus
Improvement status: Cultivated
Seeds per packet: ~2,000
Germination tested: 6/2021: 88%
Life cycle: Herbaceous Annual/Biennial
A hardy Brassica forage crop, suitable for cows, sheep, deer (and humans). Can be used as a cover crop, or part of a cover mix. Grows up to 2’ tall, cross between a turnip and kale with a deep taproot helping drought resistance. 3-4 grazings per season.
These seeds were produced by our friends at Ernst Conservation Seeds in Meadville, PA.
Growing Tips: Broadcast direct seed in Fall or early Spring, depending on climate.
