Jet Black Barley - Organic Cover Crop Seeds

Direct sow barley in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in fall where winter barley is suited. Barley grows best in cool weather and tolerates light frosts. Sow into a well-prepared, well-drained seedbed and keep soil evenly moist during germination and early growth. Plant in full sun for best growth. Barley establishes quickly and helps reduce erosion, hold weeds down, and build biomass. For grain use, harvest once heads are fully mature and dry. For cover crop use, mow or cut before seed set if you do not want it to reseed.

Scientific name: hordeum vulgare
Days to maturity: 80-100
Seed depth: 1/2-1"
Days to sprout: 7-14
Plant spacing: 2-3"
Row spacing: 6"
Light requirements: full sun
Plant height: 24-36"
Life cycle: annual
Frost tolerance: hardy