Alfalfa

SpeciesMedicago sativa

Also called lucerne

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Alfalfa
Photo: Amédée Masclef · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Fact sheet

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Typeherb

“Alfalfa is a perennial forage legume which normally lives four to eight years but can live more than 20 years” — Alfalfa - Wikipedia

Days to germination6–10 days

from Bean · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F, with germination time ranging from 6 to 10 days, depending on the temperature” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Germination temperature60–80 °F

from Bean · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Waterconsistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod formation

from Bean · “Snap beans need consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod formation” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Soil pH6.5–7.5

“Its profile calls for 730 mm of seasonal water and an optimum soil pH of 6.5–7.5.” — Growing Alfalfa: climate, soil and water | AgriAuditor

Hardiness zonesNot derived

“Not derived” — Growing Alfalfa: climate, soil and water | AgriAuditor

Spacing6–8 in

from Bean · “Bush types are seeded 2 - 4 inches in the row” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Height42–54 in

from Bean · “Bush beans grow into compact plants about 1 to 2 feet tall” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Propagationseed

from Bean · “Looking to get started by growing your own bean seed?” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

TransplantNot derived

“Not derived” — Growing Alfalfa: climate, soil and water | AgriAuditor

Ready whenleaf loss exceeds 10 % of stand

“Begin monitoring when daytime highs reach 10 °C; treat if leaf loss exceeds 10 % of stand” — Common Pests And Diseases That Affect Alfalfa Growth | ShunCy

Edible partsseeds, sprouts, leaves

“You can eat its seeds, sprouts, or extract but some may want to avoid it.” — Alfalfa: Benefits, Nutrition Facts & Side Effects

Pestsalfalfa weevil, pea aphid, cutworms, armyworms

“Common insect pests such as the alfalfa weevil, pea aphid, and cutworms can severely damage alfalfa stands” — Common Pests And Diseases That Affect Alfalfa Growth | ShunCy

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