| Species: |
Sericea Lespedeza [Lespedeza cuneata (Dum.-Cours.) G Don] |
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| Origin: |
Asia |
| Use: |
Hay, grazing. |
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| Description: |
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General:
Life Span:
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2-4 feet tall, erect.
Perennial |
| Adaptation: |
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pH:
Soil:
Rainfall:
Temperature:
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5.5-7.0
Loam, clay-loam.
>35 inches. Adapted to high rainfall areas.
Prolonged freezing may winter kill.
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| Management: |
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Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
Planting Depth:
Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production: |
20-25 lb/A
March
<0.25 inch
$50-60/A
May-September
4000-6000 lb/A
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| Notes: |
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High tannin content; does not cause bloat, it is unpalatable.
- Inoculate with Rhizobia bacteria specific to lespedeza (Type EL).
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