Alfalfa
This perennial, protein-rich legume makes an excellent green manure thanks to its deep roots. It also enriches the soil with atmospheric nitrogen and humus.
in the ground, on the fly
Sow directly in place, using a broadcast sowing technique. Cover seeds with a rake if necessary.
To destroy it, mow before the first flowering, before it has built up its reserves, as it is perennial by its roots. It requires calcium and neutral to chalky soil, and one bag covers an average surface area of 20 m².
March, April, May, June, July
May, June, July, August, September, October
in the ground
semi-shade, sunny
medium
limestone, sandy, clayey
drained, fees
Medicago sativa
mid-season
40 grams
Green
From 30 to 80 cm
Asia
Species plantarum
Also known as Alfalfa, this variety seems to have originated in South and Central Asia and was first cultivated in Iran.
Carl Von Linné
