Crimson clover
Trifolium incarnatum
Crimson clover is an easy-growing annual or short-lived perennial that thrives in average garden soil with moderate moisture and partial sun. It is widely used as a cover crop to fix nitrogen and improve soil fertility, making it excellent for vegetable garden rotations. Sow seeds directly in the garden and enjoy its vivid scarlet flower spikes that attract bees and pollinators.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 36″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Soil Is Moist; Allow Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-25° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 16, 2019 by Mark Mark Daniel (cc-by-sa)
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