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Denton, Texas

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Alfalfa

 

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60 25-30, or drill 20-25 ¼-½"

Sept-Oct*, Feb-Mar

Deep, well-drained loam to clay loam soil with pH of 7 or higher Excellent high-protein hay or forage.  Check dormancy ratings of different varieties for winter hardiness and adaptation. Proper fertility, pH and well drained soils critical to high forage yields and stand longevity.

Link to Noble Foundation Plant Image Gallery for this plant.

Link to Oklahoma State University for this plant:  photos & more information (Alfalfa Planting Guide as a PDF)

 

Alfalfa seed