Non-GMO variety ensures natural, chemical-free growth for sustainable agriculture
Tolerates moderately acidic soils, making it suitable for a range of planting conditions
Highly effective at suppressing weeds, reducing the need for chemical herbicides
Produces abundant white flowers that support pollinators and beneficial insects
Can be used as a cover crop, green manure, or food plot for multiple ecological and agricultural benefits
Summarized by Shop
Buckwheat is warm-season, broad-leafed annual, primarily used for weed suppression. Buckwheat is also popular among beekeepers because it produces an abundance of flowers, and a dark-flavored honey with a distinctive flavor. Buckwheat is also a great addition to any food plot for game birds, such as turkey, dove, ducks, and especially qua
Germination Time
5-7 days under optimal conditions
Growth Height
2-4 feet
Sunlight Requirements
6 hours full sun
Recommended Planting Rate
70 lbs per acre (broadcast), 50 lbs per acre (drill)
Soil pH Range
5.0-6.5
Plant Life Cycle
Annual
Summarized by Shop
4.8
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Planted this last year on 2 acres for ground cover, forage, and nectar for my bees. Worked great and makes a nice dark honey.
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Mike · February 21, 2025
Disappointed
I gave 5 stars because the buckwheat germinated great. I was disappointed because the deer wiped it out in less than 2 weeks. There's nothing but stems left.
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Dan · June 17, 2024
Warm Weather Cover Crop
The seeds are nicely packaged and labeled, and germination rates were excellent.