This widely adapted perennial legume is grown in every state in the US. Alfalfa does best on soils with fine to medium textures that are moderately to well drained and neutral or higher in pH. It ...

Low tolerance to flooding, water logging or even high water table. Perennial legume with many tall hollow stems, 60-80 cm or more, which is taller than alfalfa. Its leaves are compound with 5-l4 pairs ...

When winter wheat established well with adequate moisture, it suppressed quackgrass. Including alfalfa or other perennial legumes in rotations may be especially helpful in managing weed problems. This ...