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Product Overview
Description
Low-growing perennial legume spreading by stolons. Extremely persistent and traffic tolerant. Fixes 75-150 lbs N/acre/year. Self-regenerating through prolific seed production. Height 4-8 inches. Excellent ground cover.
Preferred Climate
Cool-season. Zones 3-10. Highly adaptable across climates. Cold hardy to -30°F. Tolerates partial shade. Prefers moist soils but survives moderate drought once established.
The Science Behind It
Scientific Name
Trifolium pratense
Best Use
Lawn integration, pasture base, living mulch, orchard floor cover, pathway plantings, pollinator habitat, erosion control
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.
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