Organic Bulk Velvet Bean Seeds or Mucuna pruriens Seeds For Planting

Velvet Bean Seeds – Premium Cover Crop & Soil Enhancer

Key Attributes:

• Quantity: Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds
• Mature Height: 12-15 feet (as a climbing vine)
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 5.5-7.5
• Uses: Ideal for cover cropping, soil improvement, green manure, forage, and enhancing soil fertility

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High, ensuring reliable growth
• Seed Freshness: Fresh seeds for optimal germination
• Origin: Sustainably sourced
• Shelf Life: Best planted within one year

Planting Instructions

Seed Preparation:

• Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to soften the seed coat and improve germination.

Sowing:

• Timing: Sow directly in the garden after the last frost when soil temperatures reach at least 70°F (21°C).
• Depth: Plant seeds 1-2 inches deep.
• Spacing:
  • Row planting: Space seeds 12-18 inches apart in rows.
  • Broadcasting: Scatter seeds evenly and lightly cover with soil for a naturalized planting.

Germination:

• Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days under optimal conditions.

Transplanting

• Direct sowing is recommended since velvet beans develop long taproots, making them difficult to transplant.

Care & Maintenance

• Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain even soil moisture.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
• Support: Provide a trellis or support structure for climbing, as velvet bean vines grow vigorously.

Harvesting

• For forage or seed production: Allow pods to mature fully before harvesting.
• Caution: Mature pods have fine hairs that can irritate the skin—handle with care.

Improve Your Soil Naturally!

Velvet beans are an excellent nitrogen-fixing cover crop that enriches soil, enhances fertility, and provides a sustainable forage source.