Cultivate your garden with Essex Rape Seeds, a trusted and resilient variety known for its vigorous growth and adaptability. Commonly referred to as Canola in the U.S., this cool-season crop is valued for its lush green foliage, quick germination, and ability to improve soil quality through natural coverage.
The Essex variety is popular among gardeners and small-scale growers for its non-GMO purity, easy planting, and reliability in cooler climates. It grows well in diverse soil types and produces bright green leaves that enrich your garden space while preventing erosion and promoting soil health.
Features
- Premium non-GMO Essex Rape (Canola) seeds
- Fast-growing and cold-tolerant variety
- Improves soil structure and fertility as a cover crop
- Suitable for home gardens, small farms, or microgreens
- Easy to plant and maintain, ideal for beginners
- Produces dense green foliage for ornamental or practical use
Specifications
- Common Name: Canola / Rapeseed
- Scientific Name: Brassica napus
- Variety: Essex
- Plant Type: Annual or Biennial Herbaceous Plant
- Leaf Color: Green
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
- Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate – keep evenly moist during germination
- Germination Time: 7–10 days
- Maturity Period: 60–90 days
- Best Planting Season: Early Spring or Late Summer
- Hardiness Zones: 3–9
- Temperature Range: 50–75°F (10–24°C)
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Non-Organic
- Propagation Method: Seed
- Planting Depth: ¼ inch (0.6 cm)
- Spacing Between Plants: 6–8 inches (15–20 cm)
- Maintenance Level: Easy
- Uses: Cover cropping, ornamental gardening, soil improvement
- Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry place until planting
Planting Guide
- Prepare Soil: Loosen soil to a fine texture; remove weeds or debris.
- Sow Seeds: Scatter or drill seeds about ¼ inch deep into the soil.
- Watering: Water lightly after sowing; keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- Light: Ensure plants receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Germination: Sprouts typically appear within 7–10 days.
- Thinning: Once seedlings reach 2–3 inches tall, thin to 6–8 inches apart.
- Maintenance: Water regularly and remove competing weeds.
- Harvesting: For leafy greens, harvest young leaves; for cover crop, cut before flowering.
