It can be spring or fall sown and germinates quickly, although growth following establishment is initially slow as the plants produce long tap roots. Necton is best suited to a winter warm climate, where it can be made into hay or silage or grazed over the winter period and left to re-seed over the summr to obtain perenniality. Necton should be inoculated. Specific rhizobial bacteria is available from inoculand vendors. Description Necton varies from semi-erect to erect, growing up to 150cm in height with a strong branching tap root.
Flowers are deep red in colour and very attractive to bees.
Seed is borne in flattened slightly spiney pods, usually containing four seeds. It does not produce suckers or stolons, but can spread if left to re-seed. Primary Use Establishment Necton sulla should be sown into a fine, firm weed free seed bed at approximately 1cm depth. Necton sulla is protected under New Zealand Plant Variety Rights Act 1987. Requirements Management Necton sulla is an annual or biennial crop, lasting from one to three years in good conditions.