LOS Cover Crop - Custom Blend

The Ais a carefully formulated 5-seed variety mix designed to improve soil health, enhance nitrogen fixation, and provide organic matter for various types of gardens. Whether you’re working with container gardening, raised beds, or open land, this cover crop blend is an essential addition to your garden’s soil-building regimen. Ideal for both small-scale and large-scale applications, this blend offers a versatile and eco-friendly way to boost your garden’s long-term sustainability.

By integrating the OS Cover Crop Custom Blend into your gardening routine, you can improve soil structure, increase fertility, prevent erosion, and build a thriving ecosystem of beneficial organisms. This blend is suitable for Living Organic Soil (LOS) systems, where soil biodiversity and health are crucial for plant growth and productivity.

Key Features

5-Seed Variety Specialty Blend

This 5-seed variety blend is specifically chosen for its ability to provide comprehensive benefits to your soil:

• Nitrogen Fixation: Certain seeds in the blend capture nitrogen from the atmosphere and deposit it into the soil, making it readily available for plant uptake.
• Organic Matter: The cover crops add valuable organic matter as they grow and decompose, improving soil structure and nutrient content.
• Soil Protection: The roots of the cover crops help to prevent soil erosion and maintain the integrity of the soil surface.
• Weed Suppression: The dense growth of the cover crops helps to suppress weeds, reducing the need for herbicides or manual weeding.

Coverage and Application

To ensure the most effective application, use the following guidelines:

• Small Containers: Use about 6 grams or 1/2 tablespoon of seeds for every square foot of soil surface area. A 5-gallon bucket (13" in diameter) is just under 1 square foot.
• 5-10 Gallon Containers: A 3-pound bag will cover approximately 150 containers, making it ideal for container gardens.
• Open Land Broadcasting: Each pound of seed will cover about 900 square feet of open land, providing significant coverage for larger garden spaces.
• Raised Beds: A 2-pound bag will cover over 55 raised beds (8'x4'), making it an economical choice for gardeners using raised beds.

Soil Health and Ecosystem Benefits

The OS Cover Crop Custom Blend provides numerous benefits to your garden's ecosystem, including:

• Improved Nutrient Availability: Nitrogen-fixing plants increase the nitrogen content of the soil, making it more fertile and improving future crop yields.
• Erosion Control: The roots of the cover crops hold soil in place, preventing erosion, especially in open or sloped areas.
• Water Retention: The addition of organic matter helps the soil retain water more effectively, making it easier for plants to access moisture.
• Microbial Activity: Cover crops enhance microbial diversity in the soil, which is critical for breaking down organic matter and making nutrients available to plants.

Versatile Applications

This cover crop blend is suitable for various gardening setups:

• Containers: The blend is perfect for small containers, such as 5-10 gallon pots, providing natural mulch and soil enhancement.
• Raised Beds: A 2-pound bag will cover multiple raised beds, improving soil fertility and structure over time.
• Open Land: For larger fields or gardens, the blend can be broadcast across open land to improve overall soil health and support future planting.

Application Instructions

1. Measure Your Space: Calculate the total area to be covered by the seeds, whether in containers, raised beds, or open land.
2. Loosen the Soil: Prepare the top layer of soil by loosening it to ensure the seeds make good contact with the soil.
3. Broadcast the Seeds: Evenly distribute the seeds across the soil surface using the appropriate amount based on your gardening setup.
4. Cover the Seeds: Lightly rake or press the seeds into the soil to ensure they are well-covered.
5. Water: Water the area thoroughly after sowing and keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate.