{"product_id":"purple-tansy-annual-green-manure-seeds-1kg","title":"Purple Tansy Annual Green Manure Seeds - 1kg","description":"\u003ch2 data-end=\"223\" data-start=\"170\"\u003eMeldon Seeds - Purple Tansy Annual Green Manure Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePacket size - 1kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"533\" data-start=\"225\"\u003eMeldon Seeds \u003cstrong data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"239\"\u003ePurple Tansy Annual Green Manure Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e produce a fast-growing, highly beneficial cover crop valued for both soil improvement and pollinator support. This attractive annual forms abundant purple-blue blooms while building organic matter, suppressing weeds, and supporting beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"993\" data-start=\"535\"\u003ePurple tansy (often used as a green manure and beneficial insect plant) develops a fibrous root system that improves soil structure and helps reduce erosion. Above ground, its dense growth shades out weeds, while its long flowering period attracts bees, hoverflies, lacewings, and other natural predators that help balance pest populations. When incorporated into the soil, purple tansy contributes valuable organic matter and nutrients for subsequent crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1153\" data-start=\"995\"\u003eIdeal for gardens, orchards, and small farms, Purple Tansy is especially useful in rotations where soil health and insect diversity are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1155\"\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1172\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1172\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1208\" data-start=\"1174\"\u003eFast-growing annual green manure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"1209\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1255\" data-start=\"1211\"\u003eImproves soil structure and organic matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1280\" data-start=\"1256\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1280\" data-start=\"1258\"\u003eHelps suppress weeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1328\" data-start=\"1283\"\u003eAttracts pollinators and beneficial insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1365\" data-start=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1365\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003eSupports natural pest management\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1366\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1424\" data-start=\"1368\"\u003eExcellent for summer or early spring cover cropping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1475\" data-start=\"1431\"\u003eHow to Use Purple Tansy as a Green Manure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1497\" data-start=\"1477\"\u003e1. When to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1498\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1498\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1500\"\u003eSow in spring after the risk of hard frost has passed, or in late summer\/early autumn where winters are mild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1608\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1610\"\u003ePrefers cool to moderate temperatures but tolerates a wide range of conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1691\"\u003e2. Soil Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1891\" data-start=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1752\" data-start=\"1715\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1752\" data-start=\"1717\"\u003eClear the area of weeds and debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1806\" data-start=\"1755\"\u003eLightly cultivate or rake to create a fine seedbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1891\" data-start=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1891\" data-start=\"1809\"\u003ePurple tansy grows well in average soils and does not require heavy fertilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1912\" data-start=\"1893\"\u003e3. Seeding Rate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2144\" data-start=\"1913\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1977\" data-start=\"1913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1977\" data-start=\"1915\"\u003eBroadcast approximately 250 g  per 100 sq metres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2088\" data-start=\"2021\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2088\" data-start=\"2023\"\u003eLightly rake seeds into the soil, planting no deeper than ¼ inch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2144\" data-start=\"2089\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2144\" data-start=\"2091\"\u003eFirm soil gently to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2161\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003e4. Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2162\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2162\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2164\"\u003eWater after sowing if conditions are dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2206\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2208\"\u003eKeep soil lightly moist until seedlings are established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2292\" data-start=\"2266\"\u003e5. Growth \u0026amp; Management\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2361\" data-start=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2361\" data-start=\"2295\"\u003ePlants establish quickly and produce abundant foliage and flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2436\" data-start=\"2364\"\u003eFor green manure use, allow plants to grow until early to mid-flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2472\" data-start=\"2438\"\u003e6. Termination \u0026amp; Incorporation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2677\" data-start=\"2473\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2534\" data-start=\"2473\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2534\" data-start=\"2475\"\u003eMow, cut, or till plants into the soil before seeds mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2605\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2605\" data-start=\"2537\"\u003eIncorporate plant material while still tender for fastest breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2677\" data-start=\"2606\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2677\" data-start=\"2608\"\u003eWait 10–14 days before planting the next crop to allow decomposition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2708\" data-start=\"2684\"\u003eTips for Best Results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2971\" data-start=\"2709\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2813\" data-start=\"2709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2813\" data-start=\"2711\"\u003ePurple tansy is excellent in rotations focused on pollinator habitat and beneficial insect attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2896\" data-start=\"2814\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2896\" data-start=\"2816\"\u003eCan be used as a standalone cover crop or mixed with other annual green manures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2971\" data-start=\"2897\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2971\" data-start=\"2899\"\u003eAvoid allowing plants to go to full seed if self-seeding is not desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Meldon Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56432421241156,"sku":"MP170","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/0692\/3076\/files\/IMG1-PurpleTansyGreenManure.png?v=1771954410","url":"https:\/\/www.sturmergardencentre.co.uk\/products\/purple-tansy-annual-green-manure-seeds-1kg","provider":"Sturmer Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}