Winter Wheat
Triticum aestivum
Plant Description
Winter wheat is planted in the autumn to protect the soil during the winter and resume growth in early spring. It prefers a sunny position in a rich well-drained soil. However, this cover crop dislikes dogwood, cherry, tulips, pine, and poppies.
Plant Details
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| Mature Height | 5 ft |
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