Organic Spring Rapeseed Canola (Brassica napus) Biennial

Rapeseed is a flowering member of the brassica family often cultivated as a cover crop or for cooking oil. Edible greens can be harvested as nutrient-dense sprouts or enjoyed in salads. Lovely golden flowers scattered in garden or planted in containers will draw pollinators. This spring variety is often grown in northern regions.

• ¼ pound seeds minimum
• Germination: 4-6 days
• Maturity: 70-100 days
• Direct sow ¼” deep as soon is soil can be worked in spring or 6 weeks before the first fall frost.
• For cover crop, cut and till 2+ weeks before sowing new crops.
• Seeding rate 1/4 lb./250 sq. ft.
• USDA Hardiness Zones 2-11
• Biennial