India buckwheat
Fagopyrum tataricum
India buckwheat (Tartary buckwheat) is a fast-growing annual grain crop that thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates poor, slightly acidic soils with minimal fertilization. Sow seeds directly in the ground after frost danger has passed and water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and seed set. It matures quickly in 70–90 days, making it an excellent cover crop, green manure, or pollinator-support plant for home gardens.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
240″ – 480″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately; Keep Soil Evenly Moist But Not Waterlogged
Soil pH
4.6 – 6.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 240″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Dec 13, 2020 by John (cc-by-sa)
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