Crimson Clover Cover Crop Seed
Crimson Clover Cover Crop Seed
Crimson Clover Cover Crop Seed

Crimson Clover

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Description

Crimson Clover is a quick-maturing cover crop that is easily tilled and broken down, producing readily available organic matter. This robust legume fixes 70 - 140lbs of nitrogen per acre (1.5 - 3lbs/1000 sq. ft) and scavenges other nutrients, adding fertility to the soil. It is also very effective at suppressing weeds and providing habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects.   

Can be planted as a garden companion, a singular cover crop, or combined with other species to grow a diverse green manure. Crimson Clover was traditionally planted in the fall and tilled back into the soil for improved spring fertility. However, it can be sown nearly any time of year as a rich nitrogen source. Grows as a winter annual in Zone 6 or warmer and as a spring/summer annual for colder climates.  

Plants generally bloom in spring regardless of planting date. When used as a cover crop, it is usually mowed or tilled within 7-10 days of blooming as the plants become more fibrous past this point. 

Crimson Clover is a restorative cover crop that improves challenging soil conditions, however, it performs best in well-drained soils with moderate fertility.

Can be used with EcoTea Seed Inoculant for increased nutrient efficiency, improved root development and higher disease resistance.

Non-GEO

250g covers approximately 1000 sq. ft
1 kg covers approximately 4000 sq. ft

FOR PLANTING PURPOSES ONLY. Seed should not be used as food or feed.

Quick Guide
  • Latin Name: Trifolium incarnatum
  • Hardiness: Perennial in zones 6-9, Annual elsewhere
  • Growth Rate: Medium 
  • Germination: 7-21 days
  • Planting Dates: Mar 10-Oct 10 
  • Seeding Rate: 250g-500g per 1000 sq. ft (11kg-22kg per acre)
  • Max Planting Depth: 0.25” deep or broadcast and tamp to 0.25” deep
  • Growth Habit:  Low-growing 6-12" tall ground cover with 4-5" tall blooms  
  • Benefits:  Adds nitrogen to the soil, roots loosen soil to improve tilth, controls weeds, breaks down quickly when tilled, feeds pollinators
  • Sun Exposure: Part Shade to Full Sun
  • Usual Seed Life: 3-5 years
  • Cover Crop Management: Mow down or till before seeds develop. If mowing, soil should be tilled before planting new crop

Quality Standards

Our cover crop seed comes from high-quality stock and is tested for germination. We've selected the best varieties available to maximize each species' potential.

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