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grains. This quickens the
process of decomposition.
Hairy vetch flowers are much
enjoyed by bees.
K Lupins show a range of soil
tolerances. Both Blue Lupins
and White Lupins provide
cover in the form of mulch,
they are used as human and
animal food and are effective
in nitrogen fixing.
K Fava beans can be
allowed to crop, providing
human and animal food. The
plant is also used as soil cover
and for nitrogen fixing.
K Black oats has the
advantage of increasing the
organic and carbon content of
the soil. It produces a great
deal of biomass both above
and below the soil. It is best
to plant oats at least six weeks
before the first frost, ie,
February to March.
It has high quality fo