Common Vetch (Vicia Sativa) is a annual herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Vicia sativa is a sprawling annual legume widely cultivated as a forage, green manure, and cover crop. It is valued for its nitrogen-fixing ability and adaptability to various soils.

Common Vetch
Vicia Sativa
Vicia sativa is a sprawling annual legume widely cultivated as a forage, green manure, and cover crop. It is valued for its nitrogen-fixing ability and adaptability to various soils.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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