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Sunn Hemp

Sunn Hemp

Sunn Hemp is a robust warm-season legume known for its upright growth and rapid establishment. It requires soil temperatures of at least 60F for planting and is sensitive to frost, making it an ideal choice for summer cover cropping. At higher seeding rates, Sunn Hemp effectively suppresses summer annual weeds. Renowned for its excellent nitrogen production, it significantly enhances soil fertility. It exhibits impressive tolerance to drought and low fertility conditions, making it suitable for a range of soil types and environments. In addition to its high biomass production, Sunn Hemp is effective in demonstrating nematode suppression and weed control.

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Key features

  • Excellent nitrogen production
  • Tolerant of drought and low fertility
  • High biomass
  • Demonstrates nematode suppression
  • Suppresses weeds

Segment Cover Crop
Category Legume
Species Sunn Hemp
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 15,000
Seeding Depth (Inches) 1/2-1
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 15
Planting Times Mid-Late Summer
Seeding Rate - Mixes (Lbs./Acre) 5-8