{"product_id":"buckwheat-seed","title":"Buckwheat Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckwheat 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 quail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"product-details__key-features grid gap-12 mb-32\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eWhen to plant:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eSpring, Summer\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eVaries\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eSeeding rate:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003e70 lbs. per acre\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eOverseeding rate:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003e50 lbs. per acre\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eSeeding depth:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003e1\/2 inch\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eIdeal ph:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003e5.0 - 6.5\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eGmo:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eNo\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eInoculant needed:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eNo\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eCoated or raw:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eRaw\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eLifecycle:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eAnnual\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"text-capitalize\"\u003eClimate zones:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"m-0\"\u003eCool Season, Transition Zone, Warm Season\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication or Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pollinators, Weed Suppression, Ground Cover, Cover Crop, Food Plot, Green Manure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 – 7 days, under optimal conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Locations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm Season, Transition Zone \u0026amp; Cool Season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – 4 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6+ hours, full sun for best results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvantages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerant of moderate wet conditions and moderately acidic soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended planting time is early spring or summer when nighttime temperatures are consistently 55+ degrees and 2 months prior to first frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan tolerate moderately acidic soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypically planted in early spring or fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreat addition to cover crop mixes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWill out-compete weeds if well-sown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckwheat, contrary to its name, is not related to wheat at all, and in fact is not even a grass. The species is actually more closely related to rhubarb, although we do not at all encourage using Hancock's particular variety of Buckwheat for home cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckwheat grows best in soils with light to medium texture, good drainage and will tolerate moderately acidic soils. It is reportedly tolerant of poorly drained soils, but should be avoided on heavy or droughty soils. Buckwheat is planted in the northeastern United States and Canada in the summer, and in the southeastern United States in early spring or fall. Buckwheat can germinate and grow in temperatures as low as 45 degrees but optimal growth occurs at or above 55 degrees. Buckwheat is frost sensitive and does not survive even light frosts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuckwheat should be planted at least 60 days before the first expected frost date or before the hot and dry season. A well-sown buckwheat will out-compete weeds. Buckwheat is also seldom damaged by insects or diseases. For this reason, buckwheat has no registered pesticides or herbicides. Buckwheat can be included in cover crop mixes with cow peas, soybeans, sunn hemp, or other warm season annuals. Buckwheat will being to flower within 3 to 6 weeks after planting and flower continuously for several weeks. Buckwheat grown for beneficial bugs should be allowed to flower for at least 20 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e                                         **Buckwheat Seed is Non-GMO**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBuckwheat seed will thrive in any one of the three climate zones, when planted during the Spring or Summer. Seed at a rate of 70 lbs. per acre when broadcasting, or 50 lbs. per acre when drilling, and fertilize at a rate of 250 to 300 lbs. per acre with a suitable fertilizer. Cover seed at a depth of half-an-inch to one inch. Buckwheat performs best when soil is at a pH of 5.0 to 6.5. Be sure to do a soil test before planting and treat accordingly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckwheat Seed will grow for 10 to 12 weeks, and will grow to a height of up to 30 to 50 inches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuckwheat produces a white flower, which makes it a reasonable addition to large flowerbeds, for both aesthetic and soil health purposes. The flowers are popular among bees and other beneficial bugs, providing an extra benefit for the local ecosystem when planted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tucker Seed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51053718831324,"sku":null,"price":38.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/6612\/7068\/files\/dove-proso.jpg?v=1777398468","url":"https:\/\/frogsfarmandfeed.com\/products\/buckwheat-seed","provider":"Frog's Farm and Feed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}