Crimson Clover Seeds

Trifolium Incarnatum

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2g (approx. 600 seeds)

5g (approx. 1500 seeds) 

10g (approx. 3000 seeds)

Explore the history, uses, and cultivation of Trifolium Incarnatum, commonly known as Crimson Clover.

 Plant Description:

•  Scientific Name: Trifolium Incarnatum
• Common Names: Crimson Clover, Italian Clover
• Family: Fabaceae
• Growth Type: Annual
• Height: Typically grows to 30-90 cm
• Leaves: Trifoliate (clover-like) leaves
• Flowers: Bright crimson to deep red, clover-like flower heads

Historical Significance:

•  Originating from the Mediterranean region, Crimson Clover has been cultivated for centuries as a cover crop and forage plant.

Common Uses:

•  Cover Crop: Used to improve soil quality, prevent erosion, and suppress weeds.
• Forage: Provides nutritious forage for livestock and pollinators.
• Ornamental: Grown for its striking crimson flowers in gardens and wildflower meadows.
• Soil Improvement: Fixes nitrogen in the soil, benefiting other crops.
• Green Manure: Turned under to enrich the soil.

Benefits and Features:

•  Vibrant Blooms: Known for its striking crimson-red flowers.
• Soil Health: Improves soil fertility through nitrogen fixation.
• Pollinator Attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.
• Livestock Forage: Provides quality forage for grazing animals.

Guide to Growing Crimson Clover from Seeds in the UK:

• Planting Time: Sow seeds in the UK during late summer to early autumn (August to October) or early spring (March to April).
• Site Selection: Select a sunny to partially shaded location with well-drained soil.
• Sowing Seeds: Broadcast the seeds evenly over the prepared soil.
• Soil Preparation: Ensure the soil is free of weeds and well-tilled.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during the germination period.
• Growth and Bloom: Crimson Clover will grow and produce its vibrant blooms in the following spring or summer.
• Maintenance: Minimal maintenance is required. Avoid overwatering and excessive nitrogen fertilization.
• Overwintering: In the UK, some plants may overwinter, producing earlier blooms in the following spring.
• Forage or Soil Improvement: Depending on your purpose, either allow livestock to graze or incorporate the plants into the soil as green manure.

In Summary:

Trifolium Incarnatum, known as Crimson Clover, is a versatile and attractive annual plant with a rich history of agricultural and horticultural uses. Whether you're interested in enhancing soil fertility, providing forage for livestock, or simply enjoying its vibrant crimson blooms, this comprehensive guide will help you grow Crimson Clover from seeds successfully in the UK. Make the most of this valuable plant, known for its benefits to soil health, pollinators, and more.

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