We are very excited to be able to offer these carbon / compost crops that we have sourced that are either organic or being grown by farmers shifting to regenerative methods.
We have trialed different varieties and have come up with mixes suitable for use in home garden situations where no machinery is being used. A very different situation to large farms where huge machinery turns the crops back into the ground.
Please note that at this point it is the vetch, and the black oats that are from NZ farms switching to Regen Ag, and the wheat and rye is certified Biogro, the rest of these carbon crop seeds are not organically grown. All other seeds in our catalog are organically and regeneratively grown.
Annual Carbon & Compost Crops
The following seeds/mixes are annual crops that are harvested before planting your subsequent
food crop. These crops/mixes are best planted in early Spring or Autumn. However, they do not
grow much during the cold months, so if planted late, they will germinate and grow very slowly until
the ground warms in Spring. It is best to plant them as early as possible. Vetch should be planted
by early March in colder areas. They all grow faster over Summer, particularly in hot conditions. Black Oats and Maple Peas, Common Vetch, Kōanga Soil Builder, Wild and Free.
Perennial Carbon & Compost Crops
The following seeds/mixes remain in the same beds for many years and can be regularly harvested for use as compost crops or mulch, or left to feed insects and other ecosystem services.
If you are considering planting Alfalfa or the Kōanga Perennial Patch Mix, Spring and early Autumn are the best times to plant.
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Introducing Our Dynamic Alfalfa:
Experience the power of alfalfa, a versatile mineral accumulator with roots that penetrate meters deep into the soil.
Plant it over the summer for a continuous monthly harvest from a single patch. While it takes approximately 6 months to establish, once it takes hold, alfalfa offers a prolonged growing and harvesting season, surpassing comfrey.
Harness the benefits of alfalfa in your garden! Whether for composting or mulching heavy feeders like tomatoes, peppers, and pumpkins, alfalfa is your go-to solution for soil enrichment and crop nourishment.
Discover the power of our unique combination: grass paired with legumes for unparalleled soil-building synergy. Our specially bred Black oats from Germany are designed to maximize biomass, ideal for winter feed for horses and for building your soil. With their exceptional growth and high BRIX levels, oats excel in sequestering vital minerals like calcium and phosphate, enriching compost and fostering soil health.
Harnessing the potential of oats and peas together, our mix offers dual benefits as a carbon crop or mulch for subsequent plantings. Easy to manage and encouraging natural mulching post-flowering, this blend ensures optimal soil health and nutrient retention. To get the best results, either as a carbon crop for compost making or to lie them down as a mulch wait until they are at least at 10% flowering before harvesting or flattening.
Elevate your gardening game with our premium oat and pea blend!
Discover the power of vetch, an annual pasture, forage, and grain legume that serves as a multipurpose addition to any garden. Whether used alone or in a mix, vetch thrives in vegetable gardens as a compost crop, enriching the soil and preparing it for future plantings.
Perfect for planting into beds that require preparation for early spring planting, especially when the soil may be difficult to work. Simply slice or shark the vetch off the top, leaving the bed resembling soft, beautiful, moist chocolate cake, enriched with nitrogen nodules ready to nourish your next crop.
Unlock the potential of your garden with our premium vetch seed. Get yours today and experience the difference in soil health and garden productivity!
Discover the Kōanga Soil Builder – our favourite carbon/compost mix renowned for its unparalleled success in rebuilding and regenerating soil quality. The secret to its effectiveness lies in its meticulously balanced composition of diverse species. Experience the transformative power of this blend firsthand, and prepare to be amazed by the results
Suitable For: All soil types, anywhere in NZ. Best planted in late Summer/Early Autumn.
