Alfalfa Cover Crop Seeds — 100 Seeds
Explore a perennial legume on a small scale with Medicago sativa, also called lucerne. Established alfalfa develops a deep root system and can contribute organic matter to a managed growing area. This small seed-count pack suits a trial planting or learning project, not field-scale coverage.
Why Choose Alfalfa?
- A perennial legume for learning about root development and cover-crop management.
- Can fix atmospheric nitrogen when compatible root bacteria are present and conditions support nodulation.
- Plant material can be managed as green manure or added to compost.
What's in the Pack?
100 alfalfa seeds. This is a counted seed pack, not 100 grams, a bulk bag or a pasture-seeding quantity. No coverage area, inoculation treatment or germination percentage is claimed for this pack. Seeds are sold for planting; do not use them as food-grade sprouting seed.
Growing Profile
Light: Full sun. Soil: Deep, well-drained soil; a pH around 6.5–7.0 generally favors establishment and nitrogen fixation. Growing zone: Alfalfa is grown in many climates, but winter survival depends on the cultivar and site; a winter-hardiness rating for this seed lot is not specified. Timing: Use locally recommended spring or late-summer planting windows rather than planting immediately before severe heat or frost.
Planting Instructions
- Choose a weed-free, well-drained area and check soil pH. Alfalfa is not a quick solution for compacted, waterlogged or strongly acidic soil.
- Check whether seed is already inoculated. Where suitable bacteria are absent, use an alfalfa-specific inoculant according to its label; inoculant is not included.
- Prepare a firm, fine seedbed. Sow about 1/4–1/2 inch deep and gently firm the soil for seed-to-soil contact.
- Keep moisture available during emergence without saturating the soil. Control competing weeds while seedlings are small.
- Plan how and when you will cut or terminate this perennial before establishing it in a vegetable rotation.
FAQs
Is this enough for a pasture or large cover-crop area?
No. The pack contains only 100 seeds and is intended for a small trial.
Does it add nitrogen automatically?
No. Nitrogen fixation depends on effective nodulation, soil conditions and healthy growth. Benefits to a later crop also depend on residue management.
Is the seed pre-inoculated?
Pre-inoculation is not verified for this listing. Check the seed label before adding inoculant.
Can I grow edible sprouts from this seed?
This listing does not establish food-grade sprouting suitability. Use seed specifically supplied for edible sprouting instead.
Will it grow in wet soil?
Alfalfa performs poorly in waterlogged sites. Drainage is important for establishment and persistence.
Is it a one-season cover crop?
Alfalfa is perennial. Plan for continued growth and deliberate termination rather than assuming it will disappear after one season.
