Sunn Hemp

Sunn hemp is a fast-growing tropical legume used to produce substantial summer biomass, suppress weeds, and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Deep roots explore compacted ground, while timely mowing or termination prevents overly woody growth and prepares the soil for following crops.

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  • Rapid growth shades weeds
  • Legume roots contribute valuable nitrogen
  • Terminate before stems grow excessively woody
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  • Sunn Hemp field crop

    Common, Sunn Hemp Seed

    Common, Sunn Hemp Seed
    The Sunn Hemp is a legume that makes an excellent cover crop as it is great for nitrogen fixation and nematode resistance in the soil. This legume is a fast-growing legume that produces significant quantities of biomass and fixes nitrogen into the soil with a short rotation of 60 days under optimum conditions. Plant the Sunn Hemp at least 8 weeks before first frost. For maximum benefit terminate crop at first flowering, prior to developing fibrous, hard-to-manage stalks. This legume is tolerant of dry conditions.
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