Variety traits

Yield of Phacelia tanacetifolia

Phacelia tanacetifolia Benth.

The yield of Phacelia tanacetifolia is assessed based on seed productivity, honey yield, and green biomass accumulation.

In the reference 5 varieties crop Lacy phacelia, where this is mentioned in the description.

Seed productivity of the crop typically ranges from 3–6 ц/ha, reaching 7 ц/ha under favorable conditions. Seed yield formation is influenced by the number of branches, the number of inflorescences, and seed density within them, as well as sowing dates, with the first half of May being the most preferred.

Honey productivity of phacelia as a significant honey plant varies in the range of 100 to 1000 kg/ha, depending on regional climatic conditions and agricultural practices. The yield of green biomass used for green manure depends on soil nutrient availability, moisture, and the application of nitrogen fertilizers.

To optimize productivity in seed production, a seeding rate of approximately 3.0 million viable seeds per hectare is recommended. Excessive application of nitrogen fertilizers can negatively affect the quality and quantity of the seed yield; therefore, adhering to balanced mineral nutrition rates is recommended.

General information about the subject — on the page Yield.

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Varieties of Lacy phacelia mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.