Clover, Medium Red (Raw)

Medium Red Clover is a cool-season legume that facilitates nitrogen fixation, improves soil quality, and produces high-quality forage. It establishes quickly, frost-seeds well into small grains, and overwinters to maximize biomass and nitrogen contribution. Available in 25 lb, 45 lb, and 2000 lb tote sizes.

• Rapid Soil Fertility Boost: Medium Red Clover fixes atmospheric nitrogen, enriching your soil with natural fertilizer and reducing your dependence on synthetic fertilizers.

• Excellent Erosion Control: Its extensive root system improves soil structure, prevents erosion, and enhances water retention, particularly in areas with slopes and heavy rainfall.

• High-Quality Forage Production: Provides nutritious forage for livestock, with dense growth that

Type: Legume
Season: Cool Season

Seeding & Growth:

Precision: Not Recommended
Drilled: 8 lb/A, 1/4" to 1/2" deep
Broadcast: 10 lb/A
Aerial: 12 lb/A

Dates: May be frost seeded in late winter/early spring

Avg Seeds/lb: 272,200
Emergence: 7 days
Height: 12"-36"
Inoculate: Yes, red or white clover inoculant
Inter-seeding: Possible, ask a specialist for details
Drought and Heat: Very good heat tolerance, Good drought tolerance
Flooding: Tolerates some flooding and ponding once established

Frequently Asked Questions: Medium Red Clover (Raw)

How is Medium Red Clover (Raw) different from other types of clover?

Medium Red Clover (Raw) is a biennial/short-lived perennial that is typically frost-seeded and overwinters well, producing higher biomass and nitrogen when fully established. It differs from annual varieties like Crimson Clover, which does not overwinter and is planted seasonally.

Can I plant Medium Red Clover (Raw) directly into the soil without inoculants?

We recommend using an inoculant with Medium Red Clover to ensure efficient nitrogen fixation. While it can grow without it, the inoculant significantly enhances its effectiveness.

How does the raw form of Medium Red Clover compare to treated seed?

The raw seed of Medium Red Clover does not come pre-inoculated, which gives growers the flexibility to choose their own inoculant type based on specific soil needs. Pre-treated seeds, on the other hand, are ready for planting with the inoculant already applied.

What is the best time to sow Medium Red Clover (Raw) for maximum nitrogen fixation?

For the best nitrogen fixation, sow Medium Red Clover (Raw) in early spring or late winter when soil temperatures are still low. Frost-seeding works well, allowing the clover to establish early and fix nitrogen before the growing season begins.

How much biomass can I expect from Medium Red Clover (Raw)?

When fully grown, Medium Red Clover (Raw) can produce up to 8,000 lbs/acre of biomass, providing significant forage and soil improvement benefits. Its deep root system also makes it effective at breaking up compacted soils.

Does Medium Red Clover (Raw) require any special soil conditions?

Medium Red Clover (Raw) thrives in well-drained soils with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. It grows best in soils that are not overly acidic or saline. It is highly tolerant of both heat and drought once established.

Can I use Medium Red Clover (Raw) for both cover crop and forage purposes?

Yes! Medium Red Clover (Raw) is an excellent dual-purpose crop. It fixes nitrogen, making it ideal for cover cropping, and its dense growth provides high-quality forage for grazing livestock.