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Buckwheat, Pink blooming
Fagopyrum esculentum
The very delicate and dainty flowers make a rich bee pasture. Height reaches approximately 60 cm high. In the past, it was grown as a pseudo-cereal in our region. It establishes quickly and makes a great ground cover and green manure for crop rotation.
Growing instructions
From April to August, sow directly into the field by broadcasting or in rows 10–15 cm apart. It even thrives on poor soils and high altitudes.
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Sowing quantity 500 g/Are |
Height
60
cm
Planting distance
2
x
10
cm
Sowing depth
1
cm
Germination duration
10
days
Fertilization need
Water need
Soil Type
All soil types