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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Red Clover

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Product Overview

Description

Fine-textured perennial grass spreading by rhizomes. Excellent shade tolerance (60%+ shade). Forms dense, uniform turf. Low maintenance requirements. Good drought tolerance once established. Fine leaf texture.

Preferred Climate

Cool-season. Zones 3-7. Prefers cool, humid climates. Cold hardy to -40°F. Excellent shade adaptation. Moderate drought tolerance. Struggles in hot, humid summers.

The Science Behind It

Scientific Name

Trifolium pratense

Best Use

Shade lawns, low-maintenance turf, erosion control, golf course roughs, conservation areas, under tree plantings

Nutrients Available

Zones 4-9, Northeast, Midwest, Pacific NW

How to Apply

Plant red clover in early spring (March-April) or late summer (August-September) when soil temps are 50-65°F. Drill at 8-10 lbs/acre or broadcast at 10-12 lbs/acre. Frost seeding in February-March works exceptionally well - broadcast onto frozen ground and let freeze-thaw cycles work seed into soil. Seed depth should not exceed ¼ inch. Inoculation with Rhizobium trifolii is essential for nitrogen fixation. Expect germination in 14-21 days.

Graze or cut red clover at 3-4 inch minimum height to maintain stand vigor. First cutting typically comes at early bloom stage, about 60 days after spring growth begins. Allow 30-40 day rest periods between harvests. Red clover fixes 75-200 lbs nitrogen per acre annually, reducing fertilizer needs. Mix with timothy or orchardgrass to reduce bloat risk in cattle. Expect productive stands for 2-3 years before renovation is needed.