{"product_id":"barenbrug-free-range-groundcover-forage-seed-mix-3-lb-blue-bag-for-chickens-game-birds-goats-sheep","title":"Barenbrug Free Range GroundCover Forage Seed Mix – 3 lb Blue Bag for Chickens, Game Birds, Goats \u0026 Sheep","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTurn empty spaces into a thriving forage patch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarenbrug's Free Range GroundCover Forage Seed Mixture is designed to become a living greens buffet for your backyard livestock. By combining a wide variety of seed species, it grows into a lush mix of tender leaves, crisp stems, and edible buds that small animals will explore and sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrows in multiple places: tray, yard, chicken runs, orchard, vineyard alleyway, or pasture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWide assortment of seed species: creates a diverse greens buffet for foragers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCater to a variety of animals: ideal for chickens, game birds, goats, and sheep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick growth: germination typically in 7–14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCoverage: 1–2 lbs per 1000 sq ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-life use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a sunny coop corner, a carpet of fresh greens invites nibbling, pecking, and foraging exploration. The varied textures add interest for your animals while helping keep soil covered and healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggested setups:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTray or container plantings for sheltered spaces, great for chicks, seniors, or during bad weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen-yard or pasture plantings to support grazing during seasons with limited forage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGarden-adjacent alleys or orchard margins to create living groundcover that enriches animals and helps soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePractical notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 3 lb bag covers roughly 1,000–2,000 sq ft depending on planting density and moisture. Germination occurs within 7–14 days under favorable sun and irrigation, making it a flexible option for varied spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What animals is Barenbrug Free Range GroundCover best for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ideal for chickens, game birds, goats, and sheep, providing diverse forage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How fast does it germinate and how should I use it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Germination is typically 7–14 days; plant in trays, runs, yards, orchards, or pastures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Barenbrug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48187787182324,"sku":"B07MV1Z8TP","price":22.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/6652\/0820\/files\/barenbrug-free-range-groundcover-seed-mix-bag-3lb.jpg?v=1778386018","url":"https:\/\/www.cerapatiogarden.com\/products\/barenbrug-free-range-groundcover-forage-seed-mix-3-lb-blue-bag-for-chickens-game-birds-goats-sheep","provider":"Cera Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}