Austrian Winter Pea Seed Growing Guide
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Growing Details
Spring Window
Fall Window
Planting Depth
1 to 2 inches
Seeding Rate (LBS/Acre)
40
Planting Method
Drill 1-2 inches deep or broadcast and incorporate. Inoculation with Rhizobium bacteria is recommended for nitrogen fixation. Ensure adequate soil moisture after planting.
Germination
7-14 days
Austrian winter pea is a cool-season annual legume used for nitrogen fixation, forage, and cover cropping. It establishes quickly in fall and overwinters in most zones, providing soil cover and nitrogen fixation before spring termination. It prefers well-drained soils and good moisture during establishment. Austrian winter pea fixes significant nitrogen — up to 100-150 lb per acre — making it an excellent companion for grains in rotation. Terminate before seed set if using as a cover crop to prevent volunteer plants.
Seed Amount Calculator for Austrian Winter Pea Seed
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Calculation based on seeding rate: 40 lbs per acre.
Results are estimates — adjust for your conditions, overseeding, etc.
Results are estimates — adjust for your conditions, overseeding, etc.
How to Calculate Square Feet
Rectangle or Square
Square Feet = Length × Width
Example: 20 ft × 30 ft = 600 sq ft
Example: 20 ft × 30 ft = 600 sq ft
Circle
Square Feet = 3.14 × Radius × Radius
Example: radius 10 ft = 3.14 × 10 × 10 = 314 sq ft
Example: radius 10 ft = 3.14 × 10 × 10 = 314 sq ft