VELVET PLUS
THE ULTIMATE SUMMER NUTRITION PLOT
Premium summer forage that helps support antler growth, herd health, turkeys, game birds, and pollinators during the most critical months of the year.
PERFECT FOR:
• Growing Bigger Bucks
• Improving Herd Health
• Summer Wildlife Programs
✓ Supports Antler Growth
✓ Supports Turkeys & Game Birds
✓ Doe & Fawn Support
✓ Heat & Drought Tolerant
✓ Proven At The Testing Grounds™
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VELVET PLUS
WHY HUNTERS PLANT VELVET PLUS™
MORE THAN A FOOD PLOT. A SUMMER NUTRITION PROGRAM.
Antler growth
Protein-rich legumes help support maximum velvet antler development during the most critical growing months.
Doe & Fawn Support
Quality forage helps support milk production, fawn growth, and overall herd health.
Built For Summer
Summer-hardy species continue producing through heat, drought, and challenging growing conditions.
Browse Resilient
A diverse blend of forage species helps plots recover and continue producing under grazing pressure.
Soil Builder
Legumes help fix nitrogen while buckwheat scavenges nutrients and contributes to long-term soil health.
Extended Nutrition
Multiple forage types work together to provide attraction, nutrition, and forage production throughout the growing season.
What To Expect
10-14 Days
Rapid Emergence
Seeds germinate and early forage appears.
30 Days
Early Establishment
The plot thickens and begins suppressing weeds.
60 Days
Forage Explosion
Heavy forage production attracts consistent deer activity.
90+ Days
Peak Nutrition
Maximum nutrition during antler growth and fawn development.
Is Velvet Plus™ Right For You?
WHAT'S INSIDE VELVET PLUS™
EVERY INGREDIENT HAS A PURPOSE
Built with premium forage species selected to maximize summer nutrition, attraction, and browse tolerance.
The backbone of the blend.
Loaded with highly digestible protein.
Protects the plot from over-browsing.
Quick growth and early attraction.
Adds forage volume and durability.
Adds nutrition and forage diversity.
Warm-Season Workhorse.™
SUCCESS STARTS WITH TIMING
Where & When To Plant
Velvet Plus™ performs best when planted during the spring and early summer growing window.
Zone 1: May – June
Zone 2: May – June
Zone 3: May– June
Zone 4: May – June
Zone 5: June - July
Zone 6: June - July
Rule: Always plant when soil ≥ 65°F and moisture is forecast.
Planting at a glance
Coverage
Up To 1 Acre
Planting Depth
1/2" - 1"
Planting Method
Broadcast or Drill
Sunlight
Full Sun
Soil Ph
6.0 - 7.0
Moisture
Moderate
View Full Planting Instructions
PREPARATION:
Begin with a clean, firm seedbed to promote even seed distribution and strong seed-to-soil contact. Remove existing weeds and vegetation before planting.
SOIL TEST & FERTILITY:
For best results, conduct a soil test and adjust pH to 6.0-7.0 as needed. Apply fertilizer according to soil test recommendations. For maximum performance, pair Velvet Plus™ with Fuel™ enhanced food plot fertilizer.
PLANTING RATE:
Broadcast (Prepared Seedbed): 40 lbs/acre
Broadcast (No-Till): 48-50 lbs/acre
Drill: 20 lbs/acre
PLANTING DEPTH:
Plant seed 1/2" to 1" deep. When broadcasting, lightly drag or use a cultipacker after planting to improve seed-to-soil contact.
TIMING:
Plant in spring or early summer once soil temperatures consistently reach 60°F or higher.
MOISTURE:
Adequate moisture is critical for establishment. Plant ahead of expected rainfall whenever possible and avoid planting into excessively dry conditions.
ADJUSTING FOR PLS & GERMINATION:
Recommended planting rates assume 100% Pure Live Seed (PLS) and 100% germination. Actual seed quality varies by lot. To determine an adjusted planting rate, divide the recommended seeding rate by the PLS percentage multiplied by the germination percentage (both expressed as decimals). Adjusting for PLS and germination helps ensure proper stand density and plot performance.
Build The complete system
FUEL - CEREAL GRAINS
Grow Bigger. Greener. Better.
Give your plot the nutrients it needs to reach its full potential with premium food plot fertility.
DEER VETCH
Take Summer Nutrition To The Next Level.
Increase protein production and forage diversity with one of the most attractive legumes deer can eat.
SHIELD™
Protect The Plot. Improve The Hunt.
Create visual barriers that help conceal movement, improve access, and keep deer feeling secure around your food plots.
Proven At The Testing Grounds™
Nothing earns the Backwoods® name until it proves itself in the field.
Every Backwoods® food plot, attractant, mineral, supplemental feed, and hunting product is developed and evaluated on real hunting properties under real-world conditions before it reaches your property.
From attraction and utilization to durability and long-term performance, products are tested where it matters most.
Tested By Hunters.
Proven By Deer.
Food plot comparison table for Velvet Plus, Bachelor Pad, Deer Vetch, and Shield, showing ratings for antler growth, deer attraction, protein production, and more.
Not sure which plot is right for you?
Velvet Plus™
Best for: Wildlife Diversity
🌱 Spring / Summer
Bachelor Pad™
Best for: Destination Summer Plot
🌱 Spring / Summer
Deer Vetch™
Best for: Protein Enhancement
🌱 Spring / Fall
Shield™
Best for: Screening & Concealment
🌱 Spring / Summer
Velvet Plus™
Best For: Hunters focused on maximizing summer nutrition, antler growth, doe health, and overall herd performance.
Bachelor Pad™
Best For: Hunters wanting a large, diverse destination plot that combines attraction, tonnage, and nutrition.
Deer Vetch
Best For: Hunters looking to add one of the highest-protein legumes available to existing food plots or summer forage programs.
Shield™
Best For: Hunters needing screening, travel corridors, access concealment, property boundaries, and visual barriers.
Real Plots. Real Deer. Real Results.
Real Backwoods Results
Know Before You Grow
HOW LONG WILL VELVET PLUS™ PRODUCE?
Velvet Plus™ can provide forage from establishment through early fall or until the first frost. With adequate moisture and fertility, the blend continues producing highly attractive forage throughout the summer growing season.
WILL DEER WIPE IT OUT EARLY
Velvet Plus™ is designed with both highly attractive legumes and browse-tolerant companion species. However, deer density matters. In areas with heavy browse pressure, planting adequate acreage is critical to maintain forage production throughout the season.
WHY IS MY PLOT MOSTLY SORGHUM NOW? DID YOU PUT TOO MUCH IN VELVET PLUS™?
No. Sorghum is included as a structural component to provide drought tolerance, forage volume, and browse protection. Deer typically consume the most preferred species first, including cowpeas, soybeans, sunflowers, and buckwheat. As a result, the sorghum often becomes more visible later in the season.
DO I NEED NITROGEN?
Yes. While legumes in the blend help fix nitrogen, species such as sorghum, millet, sunflowers, and buckwheat benefit from additional fertility. For best results, apply fertilizer according to a soil test. Fuel™ Cereal Grains is specifically designed to help maximize forage production and plot performance.
IS VELVET PLUS™ GOOD FOR TURKEYS?
Absolutely. Velvet Plus™ provides diverse forage, insect-producing habitat, seed production, and cover that can benefit turkeys throughout the spring and summer. It is one of the most wildlife-diverse blends in the Backwoods® lineup.
WILL VELVET PLUS™ BENEFIT POLLINATORS?
Yes. Species such as buckwheat and Peredovik sunflowers help attract pollinators while contributing to forage diversity and overall plot health. Velvet Plus™ supports far more than just deer.
CAN I OVERSEED A FALL BLEND INTO IT?
Yes. Many hunters transition directly from Velvet Plus™ into a fall planting. The existing residue can help conserve moisture and improve seed-to-soil contact when planting your fall food plot blend.
WHAT IF WEEDS SHOW UP?
Some weed pressure is normal, especially during establishment. Because Velvet Plus™ contains a diverse mix of legumes, broadleaves, grasses, and companion species, post-emergent herbicide options are extremely limited. For best results, start with a clean seedbed and control existing weeds before planting. A healthy, well-established stand is your best defense against future weed pressure.