• 1 bag is 8.5 lbs • 1 case is 4 bags • Covers up to 1/4 acre Planting Instructions Lock Down Winter Peas performs best when the soil pH is in a 6.0 to 7.0 range. A soil test is encouraged to determine your soils pH and fertility requirements prior to planting. Select a site with medium to well drained soils that receives 4 hours of sunlight per day.
- Add the recommended amount of lime suggested on your soil test. If a soil test was not performed, add 500 lbs. of lime per ¼ acre to adjust the soil pH. Once applied, work the lime into the soil using a disk or tiller.
- Add the recommended amount of fertilizer suggested on your soil test. If a soil test was not performed, add 75 lbs. of 17-17-17 or similar fertilizer per ¼ acre. Work the fertilizer into the top few inches of the soil. No deeper than 3 inches if possible.
- Broadcast the seed at the suggested rate of 9 lbs. per ¼ acre.
- Use a drag to work the seed into the soil, covering it no more than ½ inch. Do not till or disk the seed into the soil.
Optional
- Place a small wire browse cage over a section of your plot to monitor browsing pressure.