Ameristand 403T has proven itself to be among the best Alfalfa varieties available. Trials have demonstrated it to feature some of the best yields, best grazing tolerance, and the best winter survival rating...good news for cool climate planters. The fall dormancy is 4. Product Information Application or Use: Ground Cover, Cover Crop, Cattle Forage, Livestock Grazing, Food Plot, Hay Production Growing Locations: Transition Zone & Cool Season Height: 1 - 3 feet  Sunlight Requirements: 6 - 8 hours, full sun for best results Advantages: Excellent winter survival rating with great grazing tolerance. When to Plant: Recommended planting time is fall and spring when nighttime temperatures are consistently below 65 degrees.   Product Information Cool season perennial legume Excellent winter survival rating Great grazing tolerance High in protein Attractant to game birds and turkeys Product Details University trials revealed Ameristand 403T scored the highest in best yield, best winter survival rating, and best grazing tolerance. Ameristand 403T is also adapted to much of the US, including the cool and transition zones. Alfalfa is a cool season perennial legume that is a favorite summer long forage for deer and turkeys. Alfalfa is high in protein, and produces tons of high quality forage for wildlife. These plantings also attract beneficial insects for upland game birds and turkeys. Alfalfa is also an excellent companion crop for clover. Alfalfa is suited for a wide range of soils but does best on fertile well-drained sites.  *Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.