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12-Point Buck Blend – Perennial (Coated & Pre-Inoculated)

12-Point Buck Blend - Perennial (Coated & Pre-Inoculated)

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12-Point Buck Blend – Perennial (Coated & Pre-Inoculated)

Price range: $20.30 through $152.50

Description

12 Point Buck a Premium blend of high end clovers, alfalfa and chicory, a great variety for dormancy ratings for winter grazing with a good cold tolerance. An excellent source of high protein forage with great mineral content and good digestibility. 12 Point Buck is an all season blend that is considerably utilized by deer and turkey. Performs best when planted in well-drained loam to clay loam soils with a firm seed bed with a pH of 6 or higher.

Formulation:

Merit Platinum Ladino Clover
Jumbo Ladino Clover
Alsike Clover
Ruby Red Clover
Alfalfa
Chicory

Characteristics:

Ideal for frost seeding
High protein forage
Withstands high grazing
Quick germination
Fast growth
Drought Tolerant

Soil Types: Well-drained loam firm seed bed with pH of 6 or higher
Maintenance: Low maintenance
Seeding Rate: New: 18-20 Lbs. per Acre
Frost Seeding: 10-12 Lbs. per Acre
Planting Date: Spring, Fall, Frost Seed
Planting Depth: ¼ to ½ inch

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Bag Size	3lb Bag, 6lb Bag, 12lb Bag, 25lb Bag

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Products

What is the recommended seeding rate and planting depth?

Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep into a finely prepared, firm seedbed to ensure proper soil-to-seed contact.
Seeding Rate: Broadcast or drill at 10–12 lbs per acre for pure stands, or 4–6 lbs per acre when incorporating into forage or pasture mixes

What soil pH and nutrient conditions are required for best results?

Ideal pH: Thrives best in soils with a pH ranging from 6.0 to 7.0.
Soil & Fertility: Prefers well-drained to moderately drained soils rich in phosphorus and potassium. Limit heavy nitrogen applications to prevent weed competition.

Why are the seeds pre-inoculated and coated?

Nitrogen Fixation: Pre-inoculation with host-specific Rhizobium bacteria promotes natural nitrogen fixation, cutting down on synthetic fertilizer costs.
Protection & Stand Establishment: The protective coating guards young seedlings against early moisture stress and soil-borne diseases for more uniform germination.

When is the best time of year to plant?

Spring Window: Plant from late March through May once soil temperatures reach 50°F.
Late Summer / Frost Seeding: A secondary window opens from August through early September. You can also frost-seed by broadcasting onto frozen ground in late winter (February–March).

How should this crop be managed for grazing and harvest?

Harvest Timing: Cut for hay or graze at 10–12% bloom to maximize digestibility and crude protein levels.
Overwintering: Allow a 4-to-6-week recovery period prior to the first hard autumn frost so plants can store root reserves for winter survival.