crimson clover
Trifolium incarnatum
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A winter annual legume with showy crimson-scarlet flower spikes that bloom in spring and early summer. Commonly used as a cover crop and nitrogen-fixing green manure, though also attractive in gardens and meadows.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A winter annual legume with showy crimson-scarlet flower spikes that bloom in spring and early summer. Commonly used as a cover crop and nitrogen-fixing green manure, though also attractive in gardens and meadows.
Climate Match for your location
See how well crimson clover grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
