small plots in new jersey
#1
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From: toms river new jersey USA
i have a small clearing at one of my spots that i was thinking of planting for the fall in the woods it gets about 6 hrs sun light a day and i have no idea what to plant mabye wheat\ rye please help
#2
Small plots work everywhere - Rye or winter wheat is a good choice in the area you describe - especially since you are looking at a fall plot.
Its important not to expect much from a small plot. Deer eat 1000s of lbs of forage a year - a small plot should be looked at as a "desert" for deer - or a "timely snack". To be effective, you want it planted very near a corridor for ample deer movement - the plot should give them cause to stop, an help you harvest a deer.
Don't expect larger antlers, huge deer, etc.
Its important not to expect much from a small plot. Deer eat 1000s of lbs of forage a year - a small plot should be looked at as a "desert" for deer - or a "timely snack". To be effective, you want it planted very near a corridor for ample deer movement - the plot should give them cause to stop, an help you harvest a deer.
Don't expect larger antlers, huge deer, etc.
#3
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njhunter, you should consider secret spot. I had good luck with it last year. I just got some more. It's $10 a bag.
http://www.whitetailinstitute.com/products/secretspot/
http://www.whitetailinstitute.com/products/secretspot/
#4
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From: NewLowell ,Ontario ,Canada
Look at the QuakerBoys Northern Fall Mix. I plant this in small plots with lots of secess , its seeds that grow in the colder climates and is produced in Ontario. You won't be sorry...BT




