Overview
Alsike clover has smooth stems and leaves, reaching a height of 2-4 feet. This introduced plant tends to recline or lodge unless companion plants hold the stem upright. The flowers are pink to white, and are borne along the length of the stem. The flower heads are much smaller than red clover, and the stems do not terminate in a flower as they do in red clover.
Primary Uses
Pasture, Wildlife Food Plots, Cover Crops and Meadows for Bee Pollination.
Coverage
One Pound of Alsike Clover Seed will cover approximately 266,200 to 399,300 square feet. A 5 LBS Bag should cover approximately 1/2 acre (.56 acres). A 50 LBS Bag should cover 5.5 acres. If you require bulk Alsike seed in a tote or jumbo bag, please contact us.
Supported Livestock and Wildlife Species
Alsike Clover Seed is primarily used for Cattle, Hogs, Poultry, Goats, Deer and is a great Bee Pollinator Species.
Planting Specifications
Sun Requirement (Alsike Clover Seed does best in full sun or partial sun and shade), Soil Preference (Alsike Clover Seed does best in well drained or moderately drained soils, Soil PH (The PH levels should be between 5.8 and 7.0), Days To Maturity (Alsike Clover will mature in approximately 22-25 days from planting), Height When Mature (Alsike Clover will be approximately 10 to 20 inches in height, Fertilizer Requirement (Its best to perform a soil test on your field for the exact recommendations on which type of fertilizer to apply), Hardiness (Alsike Clover is a hardy plant).
Planting Dates
Our planting date recommendations are based on the USDA Hardiness Growing Zone Map and on experience in the Mid-West United States.
Zone 4: Alsike Clover seed is best planted i
Zone 5:
Planting Directions
When planting Alsike Clover Seed, plant the seed at a depth between 1/8 " to 1/4" beneath the service of your ground. The recommended seeding rate should be 6 to 9 LBS/Acre.
