Description

Mr Fothergill’s Green Manure Crimson Clover Seeds, Revitalises poor soils naturallyImproves soil fertility and structure. .

Sow outdoors March to July to dig in the same year, or sow up to early August to overwinter and dig in the following year. Thinly broadcast the seed over finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Dig in, after 60-90 days in summer, or anytime just before flowering and 2-3 weeks before the ground is required. Cut the plants back and allow the foliage to wilt before digging the crop in to a depth of 15-20cm. Chop up the foliage with the spade as you dig. Over wintered crops can be dug into the soil in spring. Ensure plants are cut back or dug in before they set be mown before flowering to extend the cover period. Leave plants in the ground until soil is required for use but do not let them set seed.

• One of the best nitrogen fixers, provides high yields of nutrient rich organic matter
• Suitable for exposed and windy locations reducing soil erosion, also tolerates heavy clay soils
• A superb, fast growing weed suppressant, providing excellent habitat for beneficial insects

Sow time: Mar-Aug
Flowering/Harvesting time: