Secale cereale
Winter Rye
Common names: Rye, Green Rye
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Description
Winter rye (Secale cereale) is the most robust green manure for late sowings, surviving harsh winters without protection. Its dense root system loosens the soil, keeps it covered throughout winter, and reliably suppresses weeds. As a non-legume it does not fix nitrogen but protects against nutrient leaching.
Care instructions
Sow winter rye in September or October (week 36‑43) after clearing the summer crop, broadcasting it and then harrowing it flat. It germinates reliably even at cool temperatures. In spring (April, week 15) before flowering, roll or mow the stand and incorporate it into the soil two to three weeks before the next planting.
Soil & site
Soil pH
Soil type
sandy, loamy, well-drained, lean, dry
Feeding
Light feeder
Companion planting
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