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In the South, sow in fall at 2 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. (In the North, sow in spring or fall.) Excellent catch crop after an early harvest. This cabbage relative sprouts and grows fast; produces large, nitrogen-rich leaves that crowd out weeds. Deep roots loosen tough clay soils. Matures in 8 to 10 weeks; large vegetative mass decays fast; makes a wealth of humus when turned under. 1 lb.

Comments: Excellent catch crop after an early harvest. This cabbage relative sprouts and grows fast, produces large, nitrogen-rich leaves which crowd out weeds. Deep roots loosen tough clay soil. Matures in 8 to 10 weeks; large vegetative mass decays fast, makes a wealth of humus when turned under. Cover crops should be turned under several weeks before the area is planted with crops in order to allow sufficient decomposition.