Broadcast 40 to 50 pounds per acre, or drill using corn planter with peanut plates at 35 pounds per acre in 36-nch rows.
Planting Depth
1 inch
Amount of Sunlight
Full Sun
Soil pH
6.0 to 7.0
Fertilizer
400 lbs of 13-13-13 per acre.
Protein
The protein content of chufa is 30% and it is high in vitamin content.
Nutrition
The protein content of chufa is 30% and it is high in vitamin content.
Primary Usage
Turkeys will use as soon as plant matures and
tubers are present. In northern regions tubers will freeze in-ground and
be available the following spring. Perfect for turkey season.
Soil Type
Chufa likes sandy or loamy areas but will do well in all soil types pending adequate soil moisture and drainage is available.
How to Plant
Chufas are best planted by preparing a firm
seedbed by disking. Then broadcast the seed at a rate of 40 lbs. per
acre. The seed should be covered approximately 1 inch deep, and this can be
accomplished with a cultipacker or by carefully using a disk to cover
them.
When to Plant
Plant BioLogic Chufa in the spring when all danger
of frost has passed. Chufas need 90-110 days of frost free growth to
fully mature.
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