RE: What type of Brassicas?
I just bought a bag of Shot Plot the other day at Wally's. It is 2.5 pounds and is supposed to plant 1/2 acre depending on the method. Here is a list of the ingredients: Temuka Rape, Barkant Turnip, Barabas Turnip, and Rangiora Rape. You may want toget a mix like this one as opposed to ordering individual seeds from a company. If you can find it local you can save. I got his bag for $10, and have checked otherseed companies web sites. Prices range from $2 to$3 a pound plus shipping. Dwarf Essex Rape, Purple Top Turnip, and Kale will fit the bill, if you can find it locally.
I planted a 1/4 acre plot the fall before last and it lasted about 5-6 weeks once the deer started eating it. I saw six does that constantly fed on it. There was no other crop or grass around. So,next timeI will double the area. If you want it to last theminto the winter be sure to plant anadequate amount.I planted mineat the beggining of August and after about three frosts the deer really hit it hard. Good luck, and keep us informed.