Clover Seeds
Clover Seeds
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Cultivate a garden that radiates warmth with Clover Seeds. This versatile plant not only graces your space with its red blossoms but also contributes to sustainable gardening practices through nitrogen fixation and ecological balance. These seeds promise a landscape filled with clusters of crimson blooms, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere and adds a touch of natural elegance.
Features:
- Clusters of Crimson: Blossoms form dense and visually striking clusters.
- Beneficial Insects: Attracts ladybugs and other beneficial insects for natural pest control.
Specifications:
- Colour: Rose - Mauve
- Plant seeds: Outdoors after frost / Indoors weeks before the last frost
- Bloom time: Late Spring - Mid Summer
- Hardiness zone: 3 - 8
- Plant height: 18 - 24"
- Plant spacing: 18 - 24"
- Light requirements: Sun
- Soil & water preferences: Average
- Quantity: 1500 Seeds
- Historical context: Clover has been cultivated for centuries, primarily for its use as a forage crop and soil improver.
- Geographical origination: Clover is believed to have originated in Europe and Asia.
- Relevant cultural significance: Clover has significant cultural importance in various regions, symbolizing luck and prosperity, especially the four-leaf clover.
- Time period of discovery: Clover has been known and utilized since ancient times, with references dating back to early agricultural societies.
- Original habitat: Clover naturally grows in temperate regions, thriving in meadows, pastures, and open fields.
- Notable historical uses: Historically, clover has been used as a forage crop for livestock, a green manure to improve soil fertility, and in traditional medicine for its purported health benefits.
- Ideal temperature range: 15-25°C (59-77°F)
- Soil type: Clover prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade.
- Watering needs: Moderate watering; clover is relatively drought-tolerant once established.
- Planting season: Spring or early autumn.
- Germination time: 7-14 days.
- Growth cycle duration: Clover can be an annual, biennial, or perennial, depending on the species.
- Common pests and diseases: Aphids, root rot, and powdery mildew are common issues.
- Companion planting advice: Clover is an excellent companion plant for many crops, including corn, tomatoes, and brassicas, due to its nitrogen-fixing ability.
- Common challenges and solutions: Weed competition can be a challenge; regular mowing and proper spacing can help manage this issue.
- Nutritional values: Clover is rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals, making it a valuable forage crop.
- Health benefits: Clover has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including respiratory issues and skin conditions.
- Culinary uses: Clover flowers and leaves can be used in salads, teas, and as a garnish.
- Medicinal uses: Clover is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- Other unique advantages: Clover is a natural nitrogen fixer, improving soil fertility and reducing the need for chemical fertilizers.
