SECTION: Compost Crops, Alfalfa (Lucerne), Medicago sativa

GB Cultural info:ALL/Matures 17+/Harvest 9+/Yield green 148-412, dry 44-123/Spacing 5"/Area 400 if at that spacing, 100 if broadcast

Seed code:C

Seeds per pkt:5000

Description:A fantastic Nitrogen fixer: .35-.57 lbs. of Nitrogen per 100 square feet per year. This variety is extremely winter hardy for those who want a perennial alfalfa in cold climates -- hardy to zone 4+. Also provides quality hay, is non-spreading, and can be cut 2-4 times per year. Reputed to be best for breaking up intractable caliche.