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™
SIX REASONS HUNTERS PLANT VELVET PLUS™
MORE THAN A FOOD PLOT. A SUMMER NUTRITION PROGRAM.
Maximum Antler growth
Fuel bucks during the fastest antler-growing months of the year.
Healthier Does & Fawns
Support a healthier herd from pregnancy through fawn development.
Built For Summer
Keeps producing when heat and drought slow other food plots.
Browse Resilient
Diverse blend helps the plot recover and keep producing under moderate grazing pressure.
Improve Your Soil
Builds healthier soils while feeding your herd.
Supports More Wildlife
Benefits deer while also providing food and habitat for turkeys and other game species.
IS VELVET PLUS™ THE RIGHT CHOICE?
What To Expect
See how Velvet Plus™ develops throughout the growing season.
10-14 Days
Rapid Emergence
Fresh Green forage begins covering the plot.
30 Days
Early Establishment
The plot thickens quickly and starts crowding out weeds.
60 Days
Forage Explosion
Heavy forage production attracts consistent deer activity.
90+ Days
Peak Nutrition
Maximum forage production supports antler growth, doe health, and fawn development.
WHAT'S INSIDE VELVET PLUS™
EVERY INGREDIENT HAS A PURPOSE
Every species was selected for a specific job—working together to create one complete summer nutrition program.
The backbone of the blend.
Highly digestible forage that helps fuel antler growth and herd health.
Continues producing even as browsing pressure increases.
Quick early growth helps shade soil and improve weed competition.
Adds forage volume while improving wildlife diversity.
Provides additional nutrition while benefiting birds and pollinators.
PACK ON THE INCHES.™
Proper timing is one of the biggest factors in building a successful summer food plot.
Where & When To Plant
Velvet Plus™ performs best when planted during the spring and early summer growing window.
Zone 1: March - May
Zone 2: April – June
Zone 3: May– June
Zone 4: May – June
Zone 5: May - July
Zone 6: June - July
PLANTING RULE
• Soil temperatures above 65°F
• Rain in the forecast
• After danger of frost
Planting windows are general guidelines and may vary by local elevation, climate, and seasonal weather conditions.
Planting At A Glance
Coverage
Up To 1 Acre
Planting Depth
1/2" - 3/4"
Planting Method
Broadcast or Drill
Sunlight
Full Sun
Soil Ph
6.0 - 7.0
Moisture
Moderate
Common Mistakes
✗ Avoid planting before soil temperatures reach 65°F.
✗ Don't plant into dry soil.
✗ Avoid excessive seeding depth.
✗ Don't skip fertilizer.
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 soil pH to 6.2–7.0 as needed. Apply fertilizer according to soil test recommendations. For maximum performance, pair Velvet Plus™ with Fuel™ Cereal Grains Enhanced Food Plot Fertilizer.
PLANTING RATE:
Broadcast (Prepared Seedbed): 40 lbs/acre
Broadcast (No-Till): 50 lbs/acre
Drill: 30 lbs/acre
PLANTING DEPTH:Plant seed½" to ¾" deep whenever possible. When broadcasting, lightly drag or use a cultipacker after planting to improve seed-to-soil contact.
TIMING:
Plant after the danger of frost has passed when soil temperatures consistently reach65°F or higher.
MOISTURE:
Adequate soil moisture is critical for rapid 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 consistent field performance.
Build Your Complete Summer Program
Step 1: Enrich THE SOIL
Step 2: Build The Plot
Step 3: Boost Nutrition
Step 4: Create Security
Step 5: Supplement Your Herd
Step 6: Increase Mineral Intake
Step 7: Reliable Feed Delivery
EVERY PRODUCT MUST EARN THE BACKWOODS® NAME.
Nothing earns the Backwoods® name until it proves itself in the field.
Every Backwoods® food plot, attractant, mineral, supplement, and feeder is developed and evaluated under real hunting conditions—not just test plots or research stations.
If it doesn't perform for us, it never reaches your property.
We don't build products to sell. We build products we trust enough to use ourselves.
Tested by hunters. Proven by deer.
At The Testing Grounds™
• Hundreds of acres evaluated
• Year-round field testing
• Real hunting pressure
• Properties in multiple regions
• Trail camera monitored
• Product performance documented
NOT SURE WHICH PLOT IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Best Overall Summer Nutrition
Best For: Hunters focused on maximizing summer nutrition, antler growth, doe health, and overall herd performance.
Maximum Protein Production
Best For: Hunters wanting a large, diverse destination plot that combines attraction, tonnage, and nutrition.
Protein Booster
Best For: Hunters looking to add one of the highest-protein legumes available to existing food plots or summer forage programs.
Concealment
Best For: Hunters looking to add one of the highest-protein legumes available to existing food plots or summer forage programs.
Real Plots. Real Deer. Real Results.
PROVEN IN THE REAL WORLD
Every photo on this page comes from real Backwoods® food plots planted and evaluated at The Testing Grounds™ and on customer properties across the country. No stock photography. No staged results. Just real-world performance.
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.