Grain Growing Guide
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Crop Rotation Group
Miscellaneous ●
Soil
Most average, reasonably fertile soils.
Position
Full sun.
Frost tolerant
Varies depending on the species grown.
Feeding
Varies depending on species, but most need little if any supplemental feeding.
Spacing
Single Plants: 3" (10cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 3" (10cm) with 3" (10cm) row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Most grains can be planted in spring, but some can also be planted in fall. Either broadcast sow and cover to prevent birds eating the seeds, or sow in drills.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalized calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
Harvesting
Most grains are harvested with a scythe or pruning shears once they’ve dried and turned yellow-brown. The grain then needs to be threshed from the seed head. If using as a cover crop, cut down before seedheads form.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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