Hairy Vetch
Vicia villosa

Hairy Vetch Plant 

Hairy Vetch grows up to 3 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, edible and medicinal uses.


Picture illumination Hairy Vetch Plant 

Habit

Herb

Height

1-4 ft

Growth

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained, loam

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Europe

Climatic Condition

Temperate

Temperature (°)

5-25°C

Humidity (%)

50-80

Potting media

Loam, compost

Fertilizers

Organic

Watering

Regular

Plant Weight 

500-1000 g

Flowering Time

Spring

Soil Ph level

6.0-7.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.5

Soil EC

1.0-1.3

Yield Per Plant 

Forage, green manure

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

Annual

Health Benefits

Nitrogen fixer, soil improvement

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand.


Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with balanced fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

Fusarium Wilt, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphid Infestation ,Root Rot 

Yellowing leaves, wilting, and stunted growth, Brown or black lesions on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Distorted leaves, sticky residue, Wilting, yellowing, stunted growth

Crop rotation, Use resistant varieties, Neem Oil, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.

Fungicides with thiophanate-methyl, Copper-based fungicides, Sulfur-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides ,Soil-applied fungicides 

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Aeschynomene americana