I boght some birdsfoot treefoil seed to plant on a steep hill below the house. what should i plant this at?

Question

i have about 1 acre. is 4 pounds plenty? also this is too steep to actually put a tractor on so i thought i will broadcast it then rake it a bit. will this be sufficient?

Answer 1

Bird's foot Trefoil seed should be applied at a rate of birdsfoot trefoil is typically. seeded at 4 to 8 pounds per acre, so you're fine plus it will spread it become established.

Here is a great article all about it from Michigan State University and discusses planting methods:

http://web1.msue.msu.edu/barrycty/factsh...