{"title":"Cover Crop Seeds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"mig-white-dutch-clover","title":"White Dutch Clover","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Dutch Clover is an exceptional cover crop for soil health and garden restoration — the nitrogen-fixing root nodules dramatically improve soil fertility, the low-growing, spreading habit suppresses weeds, and the cheerful white flower heads attract bees and beneficial insects throughout their season. Plant it after pulling spent crops to replenish the soil over winter, or use it as a permanent living mulch between fruit trees and garden beds. One of the most valuable and practical perennial cover crops available for any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MIgardener","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48538260275384,"sku":"MI-COV01","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/COV1_White_Clover_5b347198-2608-4265-87a9-8b703e7098cb.jpg?v=1747147828"},{"product_id":"common-buckwheat","title":"Common Buckwheat","description":"\u003cp\u003eA warm-season cover crop that builds soil, smothers weeds, and attracts beneficial insects with its abundant white flowers. Buckwheat establishes rapidly and suppresses competing vegetation efficiently, then winter-kills in most climates for easy incorporation. An excellent short-window cover crop between cash crops that also serves as a superb pollinator habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48800408699064,"sku":"HM-8010.2","price":4.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/common-buckwheat-high-mowing.jpg?v=1733324317"},{"product_id":"oats","title":"Oats","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quick-establishing annual small grain widely grown as a cover crop for erosion control, organic matter, and weed suppression. Winter oats winter-kill in most climates for easy spring incorporation, making them ideal for short cover crop windows. An excellent component in cover crop mixes and valued as a nurse crop for establishing slower-germinating legumes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625666306232,"sku":"HM-8020.2","price":5.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/oats-high-mowing.jpg?v=1733324282"},{"product_id":"winter-rye","title":"Winter Rye","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hardy annual cereal grain widely grown as a winter cover crop for outstanding cold hardiness, weed suppression, and soil building. Winter rye establishes quickly in fall and overwinters reliably, creating a dense weed-suppressing mat that terminates easily in spring. An essential tool for organic crop rotations and year-round soil health management.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625666273464,"sku":"HM-8030.2","price":5.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/winter-rye-high-mowing.jpg?v=1733324438"},{"product_id":"medium-red-clover","title":"Medium Red Clover","description":"\u003cp\u003eA prolific, perennial nitrogen-fixing cover crop that builds soil fertility, improves structure, and provides outstanding forage and habitat for pollinators. Medium red clover establishes quickly, suppresses weeds effectively, and fixes significant atmospheric nitrogen — making it one of the most valuable cover crops available for organic and sustainable farming systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48800414990520,"sku":"HM-8080.2","price":5.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/medium-red-clover-high-mowing.jpg?v=1733324500"},{"product_id":"annual-rye-grass","title":"Annual Rye Grass","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quick-establishing, versatile annual cover crop grass used for weed suppression, erosion control, and building organic matter. Fast germination makes it ideal for short cover-crop windows, and it winter-kills in most climates, eliminating spring termination concerns. An excellent nurse crop for establishing other cover crop mixes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625666240696,"sku":"HM-8085.2","price":5.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/annual-ryegrass-high-mowing.jpg?v=1733325044"},{"product_id":"field-peas-oats-mix","title":"Field Peas\/Oats Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic cool-season cover crop combination delivering superior nitrogen fixation, excellent organic matter, and effective erosion control. Field peas add nitrogen while oats provide quick-establishing structure — together they create a dense, weed-suppressing mat that winter-kills in most climates for easy spring incorporation. An exceptional soil-building blend for transition periods.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625665716408,"sku":"HM-8100.2","price":5.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/Field-Peas-Oats-Mix-High-Mowing.jpg?v=1733325269"},{"product_id":"understory-mix","title":"Understory Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eA thoughtfully blended shade-tolerant cover crop mix designed for planting under tree canopies and in partially shaded areas where standard cover crops struggle. Combines grasses and legumes that tolerate reduced light while providing soil protection, weed suppression, and nitrogen fixation. An innovative solution for orchard floors, food forests, and mixed perennial systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Mowing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53625665650872,"sku":"HM-8116.2","price":5.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/understory-mix-cover-crop-high-mowing.jpg?v=1733325431"},{"product_id":"cool-season-soil-builder","title":"Cool Season Soil Builder","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Cover's Cool Season Soil Builder is a multi-species cover crop mix that includes 11 different species designed for improving soil organic matter and suppressing weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis diverse blend of legumes, grasses, brassicas, and broadleaves all work in synergy to build soil. Legumes convert nitrogen in the atmosphere to make it available to other plants while prolific grass roots improve soil aggregation and water infiltration. Brassicas scavenge nutrients and make them available for other plants while broadleaves offer a deep taproot to break up compaction. Several species also attract beneficial insects and pollinators. If you want to improve the quality of your soil, this mix is for you!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mix will cold kill when winter temperatures reach 10 °F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot sure where to start? Check out our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on Cover Crops in the Garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpring Forage Pea, Common Vetch, Crimson Clover, Spring Oats, Spring Barley, Rapeseed, Radish, Turnip, Mustard, Sunflower, Flax, Phacelia, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/elevateag.com\/elevated-fungi\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevate'd Fungi Inoculant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.greencover.com\/products\/cool-season-liquid-bolster-l-green-inoculant\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster L Inoculant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlthough these seeds are not certified organic, our seeds are non-GMO and not treated with pesticides. All inoculants are manufactured to organic standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast Seeding Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 lbs\/1000 square feet (90 lbs per acre)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast and lightly incorporate when soil temperatures are 45 degrees fahrenheit or higher. If planting in the fall, plant 4-6 weeks before the first average frost date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTermination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen planted and terminated properly, cover crops can act as an excellent mulch, preventing weed seeds from germinating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn climates that reach 10 °F lows in the winter, Cool Season Soil Builder will normally cold kill. At this point, you may choose to remove the biomass or crimp the terminated cover crop to act as mulch for your following crop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor no-till applications, we recommend terminating Cool Season Soil Builder with a flail mower followed by a tarp for 2 weeks before your next planting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool Season Soil Builder can also be terminated by tilling and incorporating as a green manure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere the context allows, grazing can be effective at terminating if it is followed by a silage tarp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a very small scale, cutting with a hand sickle or turning the soil over with a shovel and following with a tarp can also be effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInoculants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is pre-inoculated with Elevate'd Fungi and Bolster L Inoculant to increase the biological activity in your soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/elevateag.com\/elevated-fungi\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevate'd Fungi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a seed applied inoculant derived from natural products designed to stimulate seed germination, increase root and biological biomass in the soil, and improve soil structure. OMRI status has been applied for and is pending. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.greencover.com\/products\/cool-season-liquid-bolster-l-green-inoculant\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBolster L Inoculant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e contains multiple families of nitrogen-fixing rhizobia bacteria plus Azospirillum Brasiliense (free living N fixer) and two phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria, Pantoea Eucalypti and Pseudomonas Baetica. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026gt;Note these inoculants are NOT currently OMRI approved, however many of our certified organic customers have received approval to use these products. Please contact your certifier and refer to these documents before using this product on organic certified land. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Six Principles of Soil Health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover crops are most effective at building your soil when you follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/#six-principles\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprinciples of soil health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the Soil Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximize Biodiversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrate Livestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain Living Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimize Disturbance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow Your Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Green Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot all seed is created equal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean seed? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent germination? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvenly mixed ratios? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-added biology with helpful microbes? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen you’re ready to amp up the diversity in your cover crops look no further than Green Cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe believe that the same soil health principles that work in large-scale farming apply to the home garden. Our expertly designed pre-made mixes are some of the most common mixes we create, designed to improve soil health, no matter the size of your field (or garden bed!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegenerative Resources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawing upon our team’s expertise and experience, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers and soil health researchers to produce a bounty of free, educational\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/resources\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eresources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Each year, we release the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/freeguides\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Health Resource Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/webinars\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewebinar series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/events\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econferences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, field days and more in order to help you to make informed decisions about your soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith Based, Farmer Built, Family Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many farmers, faith and family go hand in hand with the day to day operations. We built our company to help people regenerate God’s creation to be enjoyed for many generations after us. Together with our family and employees, we’ve built this dream, and we’re all here to serve you and watch your soil health dreams become a reality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Cover","offers":[{"title":"1 lb bag","offer_id":50731424645304,"sku":"SDTM060e","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb bag","offer_id":50731424579768,"sku":"SDTM060d","price":21.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb bag","offer_id":50731424612536,"sku":"SDTM060c","price":29.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/seedtime-labels-02_178d087d-cb77-4351-bf51-dac1ae3be5ec.jpg?v=1737067977"},{"product_id":"overwintering-mix","title":"Overwintering Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen Cover's Overwintering Mix is a multi-species cover crop mix designed to be planted in the fall and overwinter, providing ground cover and a living root throughout the cold winter months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHairy Vetch, Fixation Balansa Clover and Wyoming Winter Peas are some of the most cold-hearty legumes that will provide organic nitrogen in the spring. Elbon Cereal Rye and Winter Barley provide a carbon source and massive root growth.  Rapeseed is a great forage if you want to graze this mix, but it also provides a great taproot for breaking compacted soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/TyHk1SyICQ4?si=CzWA-GqRjfEAGazn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCrimping\u003c\/a\u003e or mowing this mix will give you a mulch perfect for \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/pNmOf5uczbo?si=nPU6lgDnYILr7iAS\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etransplanting\u003c\/a\u003e into in the spring. This mix can also be tilled into the soil as a green manure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure where to start? Check out our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on Cover Crops in the Garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalansa Clover, Winter Peas, Cereal Rye, Winter Barley, Rapeseed, Hairy Vetch, Elevate'd Fungi Inoculant, and Bolster L Inoculant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThough these seeds are not sourced from organic production, our seeds are non-GMO and not treated with pesticides. All inoculants are manufactured to organic standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast and lightly incorporate 4-6 weeks before first frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Germination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 °F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroadcast Seeding Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 lbs\/1000 square feet (90 lbs per acre)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTiming\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, plant 4-6 weeks before the first average frost date during the fall. Planting can continue even through the first few frosts but the mix will likely not grow much in the fall and spring growth will be only from the most winter hardy species in the mix, likely rye, barley, and vetch.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTermination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor no-till applications, we recommend terminating Overwintering mix by \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLa9o0s7ECssjCAybwjwhxcEchQD9JvvoQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecrimping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLa9o0s7ECssjCAybwjwhxcEchQD9JvvoQ\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or mowing with a flail mower followed by a tarp for 2 weeks before your desired planting date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cereal grains will crimp better when they are mature. When rye is shedding its pollen, it is ready for crimping. However, if you can't wait to plant, crimping can still be successful even when the plant is not yet mature if it is followed with a tarp to ensure that it is effectively terminated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverwintering mix can also be terminated by tilling and incorporating as a green manure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the context allows, grazing can be effective at terminating overwintering mix if it is followed by a silage tarp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a very small scale, cutting with a hand sickle or turning the soil over with a shovel and following with a tarp can also be effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInoculants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is pre-inoculated with Elevate'd Fungi and Bolster L Inoculant to increase the biological activity in your soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/elevateag.com\/elevated-fungi\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eElevate'd Fungi\u003c\/a\u003e is a seed applied inoculant derived from natural products designed to stimulate seed germination, increase root and biological biomass in the soil, and improve soil structure. OMRI status has been applied for and is pending. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/store.greencover.com\/products\/cool-season-liquid-bolster-l-green-inoculant\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBolster L Inoculant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.greencover.com\/products\/cool-season-liquid-bolster-l-green-inoculant\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0524\/6576\/2459\/files\/Anonymous_Rhizo_Fixer_Plus_letter_1.pdf?v=1687541890\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e contains multiple families of nitrogen-fixing rhizobia bacteria plus Azospirillum Brasiliense (free living N fixer) and two phosphorus-solubilizing bacteria, Pantoea Eucalypti and Pseudomonas Baetica. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote these inoculants are NOT currently OMRI approved, however many of our certified organic customers have received approval to use these products. Please contact your certifier and refer to these documents before using this product on organic certified land. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"m20 false\"\u003eThe Six Principles of Soil Health\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover crops are most effective at building your soil when you follow the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/#six-principles\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprinciples of soil health\u003c\/a\u003e:\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the Soil Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximize Biodiversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrate Livestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain Living Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimize Disturbance \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow Your Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAbout Green Cover\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot all seed is created equal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean seed? Check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent germination? Check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvenly mixed ratios? Check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-added biology with helpful microbes? Check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen you’re ready to amp up the diversity in your cover crops look no further than Green Cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe believe that the same soil health principles that work in large-scale farming apply to the home garden. Our expertly designed pre-made mixes are some of the most common mixes we create, designed to improve soil health, no matter the size of your field (or garden bed!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRegenerative Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing upon our team’s expertise and experience, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers and soil health researchers to produce a bounty of free, educational \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/resources\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eresources\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/resources\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Each year, we release the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/freeguides\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSoil Health Resource Guide\u003c\/a\u003e, webinar series, conferences, field days and more in order to help you to make informed decisions about your soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFaith Based, Farmer Built, Family Owned\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many farmers, faith and family go hand in hand with the day to day operations. We built our company to help people regenerate God’s creation to be enjoyed for many generations after us. Together with our family and employees, we’ve built this dream, and we’re all here to serve you and watch your soil health dreams become a reality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Cover","offers":[{"title":"1 lbs bag","offer_id":50731424743608,"sku":"SDTM120e","price":15.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb bag","offer_id":50731424678072,"sku":"SDTM120d","price":21.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb bag","offer_id":50731424710840,"sku":"SDTM120c","price":29.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/seedtime-labels-01_21b55d3c-1eb4-4dbd-bbb8-fb846cf90518.jpg?v=1737067977"},{"product_id":"warm-season-pollinator","title":"Warm Season Pollinator","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Cover's Warm Season Soil Pollinator Mix is perfect for attracting pollinators to your garden in the peak of production season. Created with almost every warm season flowering cover crop we carry, this mix is highly diverse and will attract a wide range of pollinators. The diversity is also helpful in housing a diversity of soil microbes, which help to make your soil healthy. This is a great mix to use if you're resting a bed for the year or trying to bring a bed back to life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mix will cold kill when winter temperatures reach 32 °F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot sure where to start? Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on Cover Crops in the Garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet Clover, Cowpeas, Mung Beans, Sunn Hemp, Fenugreek, Millet, Sorghum, White Mustard, Brown Mustard, Arugula, Radish, African Cabbage, Sunflower, Safflower, Okra, Buckwheat, Flax, Chia, Sesame Seed, Elevate'd Fungi Inoculant, and RhizoBac X-Tend Inoculant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlthough these seeds are not certified organic, our seeds are non-GMO and not treated with pesticides. All inoculants are manufactured to organic standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast Seeding Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lbs\/1000 square feet (50 lbs per acre)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast and lightly incorporate when soil temperatures are 60 degrees Fahrenheit and rising. Planting should be completed by mid-summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTermination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen planted and terminated properly, cover crops can act as an excellent mulch, preventing weed seeds from germinating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn climates that reach 32 °F lows in the winter, Warm Season Pollinator Mix will winter kill. At this point, you may choose to remove the biomass or crimp the terminated cover crop to act as mulch for your following crop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor no-till applications, we recommend terminating Warm Season Pollinator Mix with a flail mower followed by a tarp for 2 weeks before your next planting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm Season Pollinator can also be terminated by tilling and incorporating as a green manure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere the context allows, grazing can be effective at terminating if it is followed by a silage tarp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a very small scale, cutting with a hand sickle or turning the soil over with a shovel and following with a tarp can also be effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInoculants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is pre-inoculated with Elevate'd Fungi and RhizoBac X-Tend to increase the biological activity in your soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevate'd Fungi is a seed applied inoculant derived from natural products designed to stimulate seed germination, increase root and biological biomass in the soil, and improve soil structure. OMRI status has been applied for and is pending. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhizo-Bac X-Tend features high concentrations of multi-species nitrogen fixing rhizobia for peas, vetch, cowpeas, sunn hemp and soybeans, Additionally, free living nitrogen fixing and phosphorus solubilizing bacteria combine for a robust broad spectrum seed treatment for your cover crops. We use Elevate'd Fungi as the liquid carrier for this dry inoculant to ensure proper coating on every seed for every mix. This product is OMRI approved.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OMRI Certificates:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/elevated-fungi-omri-certificate-2\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/greencover.com\/elevated-fungi-omri-certificate-2\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1743028695782000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2gd7f6UZmX1uqWKGAGXwPA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRI Certificate for Elevate'd Fungi;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/rhizobac-x-tend-omri-certificate\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/greencover.com\/rhizobac-x-tend-omri-certificate\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1743028695782000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0KdfTj5S1xGetkeUTAZtb_\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRI Certificate for RhizoBac X-Tend\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Six Principles of Soil Health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover crops are most effective at building your soil when you follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/#six-principles\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprinciples of soil health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the Soil Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximize Biodiversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrate Livestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain Living Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimize Disturbance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow Your Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Green Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot all seed is created equal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean seed? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent germination? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvenly mixed ratios? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-added biology with helpful microbes? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen you’re ready to amp up the diversity in your cover crops look no further than Green Cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe believe that the same soil health principles that work in large-scale farming apply to the home garden. Our expertly designed pre-made mixes are some of the most common mixes we create, designed to improve soil health, no matter the size of your field (or garden bed!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegenerative Resources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawing upon our team’s expertise and experience, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers and soil health researchers to produce a bounty of free, educational\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/resources\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eresources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Each year, we release the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/freeguides\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Health Resource Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/webinars\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewebinar series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/events\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econferences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, field days and more in order to help you to make informed decisions about your soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith Based, Farmer Built, Family Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many farmers, faith and family go hand in hand with the day to day operations. We built our company to help people regenerate God’s creation to be enjoyed for many generations after us. Together with our family and employees, we’ve built this dream, and we’re all here to serve you and watch your soil health dreams become a reality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Cover","offers":[{"title":"1 lb bag","offer_id":51137147732152,"sku":"SDTM080e","price":20.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb bag","offer_id":51137147764920,"sku":"SDTM080d","price":33.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb bag","offer_id":51137147797688,"sku":"SDTM080c","price":49.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/seedtime-labels-11.png?v=1747762637"},{"product_id":"cool-season-pollinator","title":"Cool Season Pollinator","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGreen Cover's diverse Cool Season Pollinator mix is sure to have the pollinators buzzing around your garden. This mix of cool season plants is perfect for anyone wanting to attract pollinators in the spring and fall. With over 15 different species from a wide variety of plant families, this mix will host a multitude of different pollinator species as well as feed the diverse biology underground. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mix will cold kill when winter temperatures reach 10 °F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot sure where to start? Check out our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on Cover Crops in the Garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCrimson Clover, Sweet Clover, Berseem Clover, Persian Clover, Fenugreek, Spring Forage Peas, Common Vetch, Korean Lespedeza, Spring Oats, Radish, African Cabbage, Arugula, White Gold Mustard, Brown Mustard, Flax, Phacelia, Sunflower, Elevate'd Fungi Inoculant, and RhizoBac X-Tend Inoculant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlthough these seeds are not certified organic, our seeds are non-GMO and not treated with pesticides. All inoculants are manufactured to organic standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast Seeding Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lb\/1000 square feet (50 lbs per acre)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast and lightly incorporate when soil temperatures are 45 degrees Fahrenheit or higher. If planting in the fall, plant 4-6 weeks before the first average frost date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTermination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen planted and terminated properly, cover crops can act as an excellent mulch, preventing weed seeds from germinating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn climates that reach 10 °F lows in the winter, Cool Season Pollinator will normally cold kill. At this point, you may choose to remove the biomass or crimp the terminated cover crop to act as mulch for your following crop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor no-till applications, we recommend terminating Cool Season Pollinator with a flail mower followed by a tarp for 2 weeks before your next planting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCool Season Pollinator can also be terminated by tilling and incorporating as a green manure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere the context allows, grazing can be effective at terminating if it is followed by a silage tarp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a very small scale, cutting with a hand sickle or turning the soil over with a shovel and following with a tarp can also be effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInoculants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is pre-inoculated with Elevate'd Fungi and RhizoBac X-Tend to increase the biological activity in your soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevate'd Fungi is a seed applied inoculant derived from natural products designed to stimulate seed germination, increase root and biological biomass in the soil, and improve soil structure. OMRI status has been applied for and is pending. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhizo-Bac X-Tend features high concentrations of multi-species nitrogen fixing rhizobia for peas, vetch, cowpeas, sunn hemp and soybeans, Additionally, free living nitrogen fixing and phosphorus solubilizing bacteria combine for a robust broad spectrum seed treatment for your cover crops. We use Elevate'd Fungi as the liquid carrier for this dry inoculant to ensure proper coating on every seed for every mix. This product is OMRI approved.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OMRI Certificates:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/greencover.com\/elevated-fungi-omri-certificate-2\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1743028695782000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2gd7f6UZmX1uqWKGAGXwPA\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/elevated-fungi-omri-certificate-2\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRI Certificate for Elevate'd Fungi;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/greencover.com\/rhizobac-x-tend-omri-certificate\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1743028695782000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0KdfTj5S1xGetkeUTAZtb_\" href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/rhizobac-x-tend-omri-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRI Certificate for RhizoBac X-Tend\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Six Principles of Soil Health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover crops are most effective at building your soil when you follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/#six-principles\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprinciples of soil health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the Soil Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximize Biodiversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrate Livestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain Living Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimize Disturbance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow Your Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Green Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot all seed is created equal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean seed? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent germination? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvenly mixed ratios? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-added biology with helpful microbes? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen you’re ready to amp up the diversity in your cover crops look no further than Green Cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe believe that the same soil health principles that work in large-scale farming apply to the home garden. Our expertly designed pre-made mixes are some of the most common mixes we create, designed to improve soil health, no matter the size of your field (or garden bed!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegenerative Resources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawing upon our team’s expertise and experience, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers and soil health researchers to produce a bounty of free, educational\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/resources\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eresources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Each year, we release the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/freeguides\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Health Resource Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/webinars\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewebinar series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/events\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econferences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, field days and more in order to help you to make informed decisions about your soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith Based, Farmer Built, Family Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many farmers, faith and family go hand in hand with the day to day operations. We built our company to help people regenerate God’s creation to be enjoyed for many generations after us. Together with our family and employees, we’ve built this dream, and we’re all here to serve you and watch your soil health dreams become a reality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Cover","offers":[{"title":"1 lb bag","offer_id":51137147830456,"sku":"SDTM030e","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb bag","offer_id":51137147863224,"sku":"SDTM030d","price":30.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb bag","offer_id":51137147895992,"sku":"SDTM030c","price":44.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/seedtime-labels-09.png?v=1747762637"},{"product_id":"warm-season-soil-builder","title":"Warm Season Soil Builder","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Cover's Warm Season Soil Builder is a highly diverse mix of warm season species, perfect for adding diversity to your garden in the summer. If you're revamping an old bed or letting a bed rest for the year this is a perfect mix for you. Note the mix will get quite tall (6-8 feet). You can mow it if you would prefer the mix to not reach that height, but you will cut off many of the flowering plants \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis mix will cold kill when winter temperatures reach 32 °F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNot sure where to start? Check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQuick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cover-Crops-in-the-Garden-Green-Cover-Quick-Start-Guide.pdf\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on Cover Crops in the Garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCowpeas, Non-GMO Soybeans, Mung Beans, Sunn Hemp, Sorghum Sudan, Millet, African Cabbage, Rapeseed, Brown Mustard, Sunflower, Buckwheat, Okra, Flax, Elevate'd Fungi Inoculant, and RhizoBac X-Tend Inoculant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlthough these seeds are not certified organic, our seeds are non-GMO and not treated with pesticides. All inoculants are manufactured to organic standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast Seeding Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 lbs\/1000 square feet (45 lbs per acre)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroadcast and lightly incorporate when soil temperatures are 60 degrees Fahrenheit and rising. Planting should be completed by mid-summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTermination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen planted and terminated properly, cover crops can act as an excellent mulch, preventing weed seeds from germinating. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn climates that reach 32 °F lows in the winter, Warm Season Soil Builder will winter kill. At this point, you may choose to remove the biomass or crimp the terminated cover crop to act as mulch for your following crop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor no-till applications, we recommend terminating Warm Season Soil Builder with a flail mower followed by a tarp for 2 weeks before your next planting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm Season Soil Builder can also be terminated by tilling and incorporating as a green manure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere the context allows, grazing can be effective at terminating if it is followed by a silage tarp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn a very small scale, cutting with a hand sickle or turning the soil over with a shovel and following with a tarp can also be effective.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInoculants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is pre-inoculated with Elevate'd Fungi and RhizoBac X-Tend to increase the biological activity in your soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevate'd Fungi is a seed applied inoculant derived from natural products designed to stimulate seed germination, increase root and biological biomass in the soil, and improve soil structure. OMRI status has been applied for and is pending. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRhizo-Bac X-Tend features high concentrations of multi-species nitrogen fixing rhizobia for peas, vetch, cowpeas, sunn hemp and soybeans, Additionally, free living nitrogen fixing and phosphorus solubilizing bacteria combine for a robust broad spectrum seed treatment for your cover crops. We use Elevate'd Fungi as the liquid carrier for this dry inoculant to ensure proper coating on every seed for every mix. This product is OMRI approved.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*OMRI Certificates:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/elevated-fungi-omri-certificate-2\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/greencover.com\/elevated-fungi-omri-certificate-2\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1743028695782000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw2gd7f6UZmX1uqWKGAGXwPA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRI Certificate for Elevate'd Fungi;\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/rhizobac-x-tend-omri-certificate\/\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/greencover.com\/rhizobac-x-tend-omri-certificate\/\u0026amp;source=gmail\u0026amp;ust=1743028695782000\u0026amp;usg=AOvVaw0KdfTj5S1xGetkeUTAZtb_\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOMRI Certificate for RhizoBac X-Tend\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Six Principles of Soil Health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCover crops are most effective at building your soil when you follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/#six-principles\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprinciples of soil health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the Soil Covered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximize Biodiversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrate Livestock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintain Living Roots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimize Disturbance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnow Your Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Green Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot all seed is created equal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean seed? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent germination? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvenly mixed ratios? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-added biology with helpful microbes? Check.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhen you’re ready to amp up the diversity in your cover crops look no further than Green Cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe believe that the same soil health principles that work in large-scale farming apply to the home garden. Our expertly designed pre-made mixes are some of the most common mixes we create, designed to improve soil health, no matter the size of your field (or garden bed!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegenerative Resources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrawing upon our team’s expertise and experience, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers and soil health researchers to produce a bounty of free, educational\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/resources\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eresources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Each year, we release the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/freeguides\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Health Resource Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/webinars\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewebinar series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greencover.com\/events\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econferences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, field days and more in order to help you to make informed decisions about your soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaith Based, Farmer Built, Family Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike many farmers, faith and family go hand in hand with the day to day operations. We built our company to help people regenerate God’s creation to be enjoyed for many generations after us. Together with our family and employees, we’ve built this dream, and we’re all here to serve you and watch your soil health dreams become a reality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Cover","offers":[{"title":"1 lb bag","offer_id":51137147928760,"sku":"SDTM061e","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb bag","offer_id":51137147961528,"sku":"SDTM061d","price":28.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 lb bag","offer_id":51137147994296,"sku":"SDTM061c","price":41.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/seedtime-labels-07.png?v=1747762637"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/collections\/annual-ryegrass-high-mowing.jpg?v=1747857810","url":"https:\/\/seedtime.us\/collections\/cover-crop-seeds.oembed","provider":"Seedtime Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}