Linseed
Linseed is a thin upright plant that establishes easily, developing a deep fibrous root that has the ability to condition soil to depth.
ACRES requirements
- For ACRES, a mixture of at least two crops from the prescribed list must be sown.
- Linseed cover crops must remain in situ until after 1 January.
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Sowing rate: 15 kg/ha
Sowing time: Sow Linseed from mid-July up until 15 September if sowing for ACRES
Frost tolerance: Poor but will stand through winter
Biomass: Lower biomass than other cover crops
Pests & diseases: Generally not a problem