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Green Manure Buckwheat Seeds - Fast-Growing, Weed-Suppressing, Bee-Friendly, Ideal for Summer Planting, Enriches Soil with Deep Mineral-Rich Roots
$10.99 CAD
Maturity

30 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Easy to grow
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

3 - 9

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Quick Growth: Buckwheat seeds sprout rapidly, forming thick foliage that effectively suppresses weeds and enhances garden appearance.
  • Easy Planting Requirements: Thrives in a variety of soil types, requiring only basic watering and no special treatments. Sow in late May or June for optimal growth.
  • Beneficial Flowers: White flowers bloom within 4-5 weeks, attracting pollinators like bees, adding biodiversity to your garden.
  • Culinary and Agricultural Benefits: Young leaves can be harvested for salads. Grown primarily to improve soil health by incorporating the plants back into the soil as green manure.
  • Environmental Resilience: Features a deep root system that helps in extracting subsurface minerals, improving soil fertility and structure over time.

Green Manure Buckwheat Seeds offer a unique combination of soil enrichment and weed suppression, making them a must-have for any eco-conscious gardener. With their rapid growth and nutrient-rich roots, these seeds ensure your garden thrives while enhancing soil health.

Plant these seeds in late May or June, and watch them transform your garden into a lush, bee-friendly environment. The vibrant white flowers bloom in just 4-5 weeks, attracting pollinators and adding biodiversity. Perfect for improving soil structure, these seeds also provide culinary benefits with young leaves ideal for salads. Embrace sustainable gardening with Green Manure Buckwheat Seeds and create a flourishing, resilient ecosystem.
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 30
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 500 g — 15,000 seeds — 12,750 plants — covers about 700–1,000 sq. ft.
  • 2 kg — 60,000 seeds — 51,000 plants — covers about 2,850–4,000 sq. ft.
  • 4 kg — 120,000 seeds — 102,000 plants — covers about 5,700–8,000 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Upright, fast-growing, branching habit that quickly forms a dense, weed-suppressing canopy; white blooms in 4–5 weeks
  • Height: 60–120 cm (24–48 in)
  • Spread: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
  • Spacing: Broadcast at 0.5–0.7 g/sq. ft. (about 15–21 seeds/sq. ft.), or sow in rows 15–20 cm (6–8 in) apart and thin to 7–10 cm (3–4 in)

Choosing a packet size

  • A 500 g packet is ideal for home gardeners and small plots, perfect for refreshing raised beds or quick weed suppression between crops.
  • The 2 kg packet suits medium gardens, community plots, or orchard alleys needing multiple successions or wider coverage through summer.
  • The 4 kg packet is best for market growers, landscapers, or larger properties aiming to cover extensive areas or manage multiple beds at once.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow buckwheat seeds directly into the soil in late spring or early summer, once the risk of frost has passed. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Scatter seeds evenly and cover lightly with soil.

Germination occurs quickly, usually within a week. There's no need to transplant, as buckwheat grows rapidly. Ensure seeds are watered regularly to maintain soil moisture, especially during dry spells.

Once buckwheat flowers, you can begin to enjoy its benefits. The flowers attract pollinators, while the plant's deep roots improve soil structure. Before seeds set, mow down and incorporate into the soil as green manure.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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