too late?
#3
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Maine
Posts: 3,555
RE: too late?
I just planted some Secret Spot in the north east yesterday. According to the planting map published by the Whitetail Institute it says not to plant a fall crop of their products. If you are inclined to try something you might try a winter wheat. I'd get in the ground asap if you're going to try.
http://www.whitetailinstitute.com/in...nting/fall.php
http://www.whitetailinstitute.com/in...nting/fall.php
#6
Giant Nontypical
Join Date: Dec 1969
Location: Townsend, DE US
Posts: 6,429
RE: too late?
It isnt too late to plant a lot of deer goodies, turnips, rape, clover, cereal grains, that should be enough of a choice for you to try, a little early out here for cereal grains but about 3 weeks can start..good luck
#7
Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Delhi, NY (by way of Chenango Forks)
Posts: 1,706
RE: too late?
It depends what needs to be done. If you have done nothing, you may want to wait until you can get a soil sample and can add lime. Lime should be applied approx. 6 months before. With that said I have had good success with fall plantings (both with lime pre applied and at seeding) in my area (south central NY). If it isn't a big area or big investment, give it a try. First I would consult with local ag agents, farmers, and/or seed reps.