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  • SD-106 Buckwheat Seed - 50 lbs

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    Buckwheat is a favorite of both bees and beekeepers. It produces small white flower clusters that provide a great nectar source for the bees. Plant in the spring after the frost period. Can also be planted in mid-June through early July for a late summer honey flow. Comes in 10 or 50-lb. bags.Buckwheat Fast FactsSeeding rate: 50 lbs. per acreAnnualPlanting depth: 1 in.Plant height: 3 ft. if planted in summer, 30 in. or less if planted late JulyDoes not require highly fertile soilLikes nitrogenMatures in 2 monthsBlooms late summer

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Buckwheat is a favorite of both bees and beekeepers. It produces small white flower clusters that provide a great nectar source for the bees. Plant in the spring after the frost period. Can also be planted in mid-June through early July for a late summer honey flow. Comes in 10 or 50-lb. bags.

    Buckwheat Fast Facts
  • Seeding rate: 50 lbs. per acre
  • Annual
  • Planting depth: 1 in.
  • Plant height: 3 ft. if planted in summer, 30 in. or less if planted late July
  • Does not require highly fertile soil
  • Likes nitrogen
  • Matures in 2 months
  • Blooms late summer
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Buckwheat Seed - 50 lbs
Buckwheat Seed - 50 lbs