35- 45 days. Fagopyrum esculntum. Open Pollinated. Buckwheat. The plant produces beautiful, small, white, fragrant flowers that attract bees. It is a popular cover crop variety prized because it grows quickly, suppresses weeds, attracts pollinators (bees love the flowers), and improves soil. Very attractive plant for herb and flower gardens. Well known as a grain, cover crop, and bee plant, but not so well known is its medicinal value. The infusion made from the flowering tops is high in rutin, which combats arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries and veins). For grain harvest, sow 3 months before the fall frost. If the seed is grown for cover crop planting, best when grown between May and July. Thrives on nutrient-deficient soils. Excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, market growers, open field production, and commercial production. A variety from the USA.
How to Grow Buckwheat Seeds
1. Direct Sow Outdoors After Frost
Buckwheat grows best when seeds are planted directly in the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds ½" to 1" deep in well-drained soil and choose a location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight daily. Seeds typically germinate within 3–7 days in warm soil.
2. Fast-Growing & Easy to Maintain
Buckwheat is a vigorous crop that thrives in average to poor soils and requires minimal care. It quickly establishes a dense canopy that helps suppress weeds while attracting beneficial pollinators with its delicate white flowers. Keep the soil lightly moist during germination for best results.
3. Harvest in as Little as 10–12 Weeks
This versatile crop matures quickly, making it ideal for home gardens, cover cropping, and grain production. Flowers typically appear within 4–6 weeks, and mature seeds can be harvested in approximately 70–90 days. Harvest when most seed heads have turned dark brown and dry.
Seeding Rate: 60 lbs per acre
Seeds Per Pound: 15,000
Plant Height: 3 ft tall.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Planting Instructions: Plant seeds 1 ½" deep.
Soil Facts: Requires a well-prepared soil. Use a general-purpose fertilizer when preparing the soil.
Germination: 7 - 14 days
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