| Species: |
Korean lespedeza (Kummerowia stipulacea), common (K. Striata) |
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| Origin: |
Korea/Japan |
| Use: |
Grazing, pasture |
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| Description: |
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General:
Life Span:
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1-2 feet tall, erect.
Annual |
| Adaptation: |
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pH:
Soil:
Rainfall:
Temperature:
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5.5-7.5
Sandy-loam.
30-65 inches.
6º F (minimum).
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| Management: |
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Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
Planting Depth:
Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production: |
25-30 lb PLS/A
March
<0.25 inch
$25-30/A
June-September
1000-3000 lb/A
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| Notes: |
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Inoculate with Rhizobiabacteria specific to lespedeza (Type EL).
- Does not cause bloat.
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