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White Clover Seeds: Ground Cover, Forage & Soil Health

White clover is one of the most versatile legumes in regenerative farming. It provides dense ground cover, fixes nitrogen, and delivers high-quality forage for livestock. Farmers and land stewards choose white clover to improve soil fertility, control erosion, and feed grazing animals, all while reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.

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4 products found in White Clover Seeds: Ground Cover, Forage & Soil Health

Clover, Dutch White (C & I)
  • From $148.75
Clover, Ladino White (C& I)
  • From $129.50
Clover, Dutch White (Raw)
  • From $169.25
Clover, Ladino White, VNS (Raw)
  • From $171.75

Choosing Your White Clover Variety

White clover is a cool-season legume that thrives in early spring and fall, offering a reliable source of forage even during cooler months. There are several cultivars of white clover, each suited for different applications, such as Dutch White Clover for ground cover and Ladino White Clover for pastures.

Dutch White Clover

Dutch White Clover is a low-growing perennial, ideal for permanent ground cover. It requires minimal mowing and establishes a dense mat that suppresses weeds and improves pollinator habitat. While red clover is often used in forage applications, white clover is a more reliable choice for year-round ground cover and close grazing.

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Ladino White Clover

Ladino Clover (also known as Ladino White Clover) is a taller-growing variety, known for its larger leaves and suitability for pastures. Offering excellent palatability and protein levels, it supports healthy livestock gains while enriching soil nitrogen.

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 The Benefits of White Clover

Fixes Nitrogen Naturally

As a nitrogen-fixing legume, white clover (Trifolium repens) converts atmospheric nitrogen into a plant-available form, cutting input costs and building fertile soil.

Provides Superior Ground Cover

Its stolons spread quickly, forming a dense mat that protects soil from erosion, improves water infiltration, and offers natural weed control.

Boosts Livestock Nutrition

High in protein and energy, white clover is a top choice for cattle, sheep, goats, and horses, supporting weight gain and productivity.

Supports Pollinators and Biodiversity

The white flowers of white clover attract pollinators such as honey bees and butterflies, creating habitat for these essential species and improving ecosystem balance.

White Clover Seeds: Ground Cover, Forage & Soil Health Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Dutch White and Ladino White clover are both perennial legumes. Once established, they regrow each year with proper management.

White clover seeds offer excellent germination rates, typically sprouting within 7-10 days under optimal conditions.

Yes. Dutch White Clover is especially popular for lawns, orchards, and turf mixes thanks to its low growth habit, nitrogen fixation, and durability.

Inoculation ensures the right rhizobia bacteria are present for effective nitrogen fixation. We offer both raw and coated & inoculated seed options.

Most applications call for 2 -3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft in lawns, or 8 - 12 lbs per acre in pastures and food plots.