Crimson Clover Cover Crop (Trifolium incarnatum)

• Atmospheric Nitrogen Fixation: Working in symbiosis with beneficial soil bacteria (Rhizobium), Crimson Clover takes nitrogen from the air and fixes it into the soil, reducing or eliminating the need for synthetic fertilizers for heavy feeders like corn and tomatoes.
• Soil Tilth & Organic Matter: Produces dense green growth that breaks down into rich humus when incorporated into the soil in spring.
• Pollinator Support: The vibrant, cone-shaped crimson flowers produce copious amounts of nectar, making it a favorite early spring food source for native bees and honeybees.

Crimson Clover features small seeds that cover large areas efficiently.

• Retail Pack (2 oz / ⅛ lb): Covers 100 sq ft
• Bulk Coverage (1 lb): Covers 800 sq ft
• Small Bed (20 sq ft): Requires 0.4 oz of seed

1. Bed Preparation: Rake soil smooth. For best results, sow in late summer or early fall (6–8 weeks before first hard frost) so plants can establish before winter dormancy.
2. Sowing: Broadcast seeds evenly over the surface. Press into soil lightly to ensure seed-to-soil contact.
3. Winter Overwintering: Plants will remain low to the ground through winter, then shoot up rapidly with brilliant red blooms in mid-to-late spring.
4. Termination: Mow down or till under in spring when plants reach 1/4 to 1/2 full bloom stage for maximum nitrogen retention. Wait 2 weeks before planting spring vegetables.