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WinterCover

$19.99

WinterCover™ is a multi-species cover crop blend designed to protect, condition, and rebuild soil during fallow periods and the winter season. It keeps soil biologically active when beds would otherwise sit bare, helping prevent erosion, nutrient loss, and compaction.

As WinterCover™ establishes, its diverse root systems work at multiple soil depths. Deep taproots loosen compacted layers and improve drainage, while fibrous roots stabilize soil structure and protect the surface. Above ground, dense growth shields soil from wind and rain while suppressing weeds naturally.

During growth, WinterCover™ captures excess nutrients—especially nitrogen—preventing them from leaching away during the off-season. When terminated, the biomass breaks down and returns those nutrients to the soil, increasing organic matter and feeding beneficial microbes. This process improves soil structure, moisture retention, and nutrient cycling ahead of the next planting cycle.

WinterCover™ is ideal for garden beds, raised beds, and larger growing areas where long-term soil health and resilience matter. Used correctly, it helps reduce inputs, improve consistency between seasons, and build healthier soil year after year.

WinterCover™ is a multi-species cover crop blend designed to protect, condition, and rebuild soil during fallow periods and the winter season. It keeps soil biologically active when beds would otherwise sit bare, helping prevent erosion, nutrient loss, and compaction.

As WinterCover™ establishes, its diverse root systems work at multiple soil depths. Deep taproots loosen compacted layers and improve drainage, while fibrous roots stabilize soil structure and protect the surface. Above ground, dense growth shields soil from wind and rain while suppressing weeds naturally.

During growth, WinterCover™ captures excess nutrients—especially nitrogen—preventing them from leaching away during the off-season. When terminated, the biomass breaks down and returns those nutrients to the soil, increasing organic matter and feeding beneficial microbes. This process improves soil structure, moisture retention, and nutrient cycling ahead of the next planting cycle.

WinterCover™ is ideal for garden beds, raised beds, and larger growing areas where long-term soil health and resilience matter. Used correctly, it helps reduce inputs, improve consistency between seasons, and build healthier soil year after year.

What WinterCover™ Is For

  • Protecting soil during fallow and winter periods

  • Improving soil structure and reducing compaction

  • Capturing and recycling nutrients between crops

  • Increasing organic matter and microbial activity

  • Suppressing weeds and preventing erosion

When to Plant
Plant in late summer through fall, after harvest or whenever soil would otherwise be left bare. Timing may vary by climate.

Seeding Rate

  • ½–1 lb per 1,000 sq ft
    Broadcast evenly and lightly rake or incorporate for good seed-to-soil contact (¼ inch depth is sufficient).

Maintenance
Water after planting if rainfall is not expected. Once established, WinterCover™ requires minimal care.

Termination
Terminate in spring or before planting by mowing or cutting before flowering. Residue can be left on the surface or lightly incorporated, depending on your system.

Compatibility

  • Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and in-ground use

  • Works well in no-till and low-till systems

  • Designed to complement APSU Soil living soil practices

Notes

  • Not intended for harvest

  • Allow plant residue time to break down before planting

  • Results improve with repeated seasonal use

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