Barley
Barley
Barley
Barley

Barley

$20.00
$20.00
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Description

Barley is one of the most adaptable and efficient spring-seeded cover crops. It establishes quickly in cool soils, produces reliable biomass, and delivers strong soil-health benefits, especially in low-fertility soils.

Deep, fibrous roots help stabilize soil, preventing erosion and nutrient runoff, especially in lighter soils. Barley is more drought-tolerant than oats or wheat, making it well-suited to light soils or locations with variable moisture conditions. 

Barley has good salinity tolerance, meaning it can be planted in challenging soils where other crops do poorly. As a result, it is often used to help remediate poor soils containing high salts or other contaminants. 

Although barley is a great cover crop choice, it can also be harvested for soups and cereals or used for malting beer.  

Untreated, Non-GEO Seed

250g covers approximately 250 sq. ft
1 kg covers approximately 1000 sq. ft

Quick Guide
  • Latin Name: Hordeum vulgare
  • Hardiness: Hardy Annual
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Germination: 3-7 days
  • Planting Dates: Apr 1 - Sep 1 
  • Seeding Rate: 1kg per 1000 sq. ft (45kg per acre)
  • Max Planting Depth: 1” - 1.5"  
  • Growth Habit: Upright and erect grass. Plants grow 2' to 4' tall as they form heads 
  • Benefits: Drought and salt tolerant, nutritious grain, adds organic matter, improves soil structure, captures nutrients
  • Sun Exposure: Part Shade to Full Sun
  • Usual Seed Life: 2-3 years 
  • Cover Crop Management: Till, mow or graze to terminate. Plants will winterkill in zone 6 or colder.

Quality Standards

Our cover crop seed comes from high-quality stock and is tested for germination. We've selected the best varieties available in order to maximize each species' potential.

For Gardeners, Small Farms & Acreages

Great seed is how every successful season starts, and we want each customer to have the best possible advantage. That's why all the seed we offer is grown, inspected, and handled with care to ensure premium quality.