Jon asked:
In the next month or so i will be starting a new food plot for bow hunting white tail deer. its going to be a relativly small plot, roughly 700 square feet. Im not sure what to plant though, should i go for just plain clover or for some crazy mix? also, when is the best time to start tilling and planting so that i can maximize plant growth?
In the next month or so i will be starting a new food plot for bow hunting white tail deer. its going to be a relativly small plot, roughly 700 square feet. Im not sure what to plant though, should i go for just plain clover or for some crazy mix? also, when is the best time to start tilling and planting so that i can maximize plant growth?
Tags: Bow Hunting, Clover, Crazy Mix
I’ve heard that alfalfa works well. I haven’t tried that yet myself, though. I sure do see enough of them in the sumac bushes around where I live.
clover works, chicory, pee’s are awsome. a water source and deer co-cain/not block type near by will help a bunch. the absence of dogs will help a bunch too.
Not planted yet? The sooner the better
Now is the best time to start tilling since the ground will likely be softer due to spring rains. The best time to plant seeds will depend on your state. In the lower states the summer are always too hot and dry to support growing crops during the summer. We are going to need more information about where you live to be able to help you out with what you should plant, and when you should plant.
i would mix it up. but i would also start with some whole corn, apples a mineral block or some salt. that will help get the deer in there, the food plot will help hold them.
simple food and salt.salt licks work a lot better.they can eat anywhere salt is scarce.
Depending on where you live , clover, salt ,and a little water in dry areas help. You might have to fence off your plot until the clover matures or the deer will wipe them out early.
I would recommend planting Clover, Alfalfa, Winter Rye or Soybeans. You may also want to plant mast-bearing trees as an extra source of nutrition.