Member of the Polygonaceae plant family
Quick-growing, broadleaf summer annual ready to incorporate in 35 to 45 days
Potential for multiple plantings per year: grain crop in 70 to 90 days
Competitive with tough weeds like giant ragweed and Canada thistle
Residue breaks down rapidly
Mellows soil, breaks up surface compaction
Excellent scavenger of P and other nutrients
Thrives on nutrient-deficient soils
Sensitive to frost, drought, excessive heat and any carryover herbicides
Easy to terminate; terminate at first sign of flowering to avoid volunteer weeds