Outsidepride Sunn Hemp Seeds – 5 lb Cover Crop, Forage & Soil Improvement

Overview

Outsidepride Sunn Hemp Seeds offer a robust annual legume designed to protect and enrich soil while providing forage options. When conditions are favorable, the plants establish quickly, delivering impressive ground cover that helps reduce erosion and create a well-defined field appearance.

Key Growth and Coverage

Expect rapid establishment and substantial biomass. Sunn hemp can grow about a foot per week under warm conditions and often reaches 3 to 9 feet tall, forming a dense canopy that shields soil from sun and rain impact.

• High biomass potential: typically more productive than some common cover crops, supporting quick soil coverage
• Vigorous stand development: dense growth helps suppress competing weeds and conserve soil moisture

Soil, Nitrogen, and Forage

In a 60 to 90 day window, sunn hemp can contribute nitrogen to the soil, up to about 120 pounds per acre, depending on conditions. It can also reduce unwanted growth by up to 90 percent, helping keep planting areas cleaner. Beyond soil benefits, sunn hemp serves as a nutritious forage option for various livestock, adding flexibility to feed programs.

• Nitrogen contribution can support soil fertility and subsequent crops
• Forage potential offers a versatile option for poultry, deer, and other livestock

Planting, Adapting, and Care

The crop adapts to hot and dry summers and a range of soil types. For best results, plant with wide row spacing of about 6 inches to reduce lodging, and ensure adequate moisture, warm temperatures, and fertility.

• Optimal conditions include soil temperatures above 50 F, a soil pH between 5 and 7.5, and good drainage
• Spring and summer plantings are suitable, with well-prepared seedbeds and ongoing moisture management

Practical Uses and Visual Appeal

Use sunn hemp as a fast-acting cover crop to protect soil between seasons, enrich pastures, or create wildlife habitat. The plant’s tall growth and deep-yellow flowers offer a striking field presence while contributing to longer term soil health and planning options.