Crimson Clover - Organic Cover Crop Seeds

SKU: FCR101

Open-Pollinated

Heirloom

Certified Organic

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Crimson clover lays down a carpet of rich red flower spikes that feed bees early and fix nitrogen in tired soil. As a cover crop it suppresses weeds, adds organic matter, and breaks up crusty ground with a fine root system. Mow before seed set to turn the biomass under, or let it bloom fully for pollinators and cut bouquets. While clovers have been used in teas and fodder, this one is mainly about soil health and spring color. Sow in late summer or early fall, or very early spring, and watch the soil improve.

How to Grow

Plant seeds directly in the soil in early spring or late summer to fall, depending on climate and intended use. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 45–75°F. Crimson clover grows best in well-drained soil and is commonly used for cover cropping, forage, food plots, and pollinator plantings. It is a cool-season annual with upright growth and a shallow taproot. Spring sowings may bloom the same year but often produce less growth than fall sowings. In many areas, fall-planted crimson clover overwinters and resumes growth in spring. If allowed to flower and set seed, it may reseed.

Growing Specs

Scientific name: trifolium incarnatum
Days to maturity: 70-90
Seed depth: 1/4-1/2"
Days to sprout: 7-14
Plant spacing: Broadcast
Row spacing: Broadcast
Light requirements: Full Sun
Plant height: 1-3'
Life cycle: Annual
Frost hardy: Yes

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