what do you do with winter rye

Winter Rye does many things well:

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How do I get rid of winter rye?

This will nuke all the rye and any grass that may be present in the plot while leaving the clover unharmed. Another way to rid the winter rye is mow with a bushhog or similar mower behind an atv or tractor.

What is winter rye grass used for?

Mainly used as a lawn grass, its seed is commonly found in the grass seed mixes that you find at hardware stores for those who want to start a new lawn . Winter rye grass is most useful to home gardeners as a cover crop. True to its name, a cover crop is a crop that you sow to cover a patch of ground.

Is winter rye a good cover crop?

Tolerant of a wide range of conditions, it can be grown almost anywhere in the U.S. While all cover crops suppress weeds, in the case of winter rye, this function is aided by the plant's allelopathic quality. Its seed germinates quickly, and with its robust root system, it provides good coverage.

What can I plant with rye?

Some legumes that may be used in combination with rye include hairy vetch, crimson clover, medium red clover and mammoth red clover. In the spring, rye should be terminated or killed at least 30 days prior to planting of the garden crop by tilling it under or mowing and tilling it under the soil surface.