Fothergill's Green Manure Crimson Clover Seeds

Details:

• Botanical Name: Trifolium incarnatum, a highly regarded and dependable soil-conditioning cover crop.
• Plant Class: Hardy Annual, growing rapidly from seed to provide substantial green tissue before being incorporated back into the earth.
• Nitrogen Fixing: Functions as an exceptional natural nitrogen fixer, drawing vital nutrients into the soil to boost fertility for subsequent vegetable or flower crops.
• Weed Suppressant: Reaches a balanced height of 50cm (20in) with dense foliage that acts as a fast-growing, efficient weed suppressant on empty plots.
• Soil Protection: Significantly reduces topsoil erosion during fallow periods, making it a reliable choice for exposed and windy garden locations.
• Clay Tolerance: Resilient and versatile, this variety is highly tolerant of heavy clay soils, helping to break up compaction and improve overall aeration.
• Wildlife Habitat: When allowed to mature, the foliage and eventual flowers provide an excellent, supportive habitat for beneficial garden insects.
• Generous Coverage: A single 51g packet provides comprehensive and effective cover for up to 15sq.m (18sq. yards) of garden beds.

Care & Growing Instructions:

• Sowing Position: Broadcast evenly over bare, cleared ground in a full sun position, lightly raking the seeds into the soil surface.
• Incorporation: Dig the rich green organic matter directly back into the ground before the plants set seed, allowing the foliage to decompose and enrich your plot naturally.