Organic - White Clover *NEW*

Trifolium repens

A low-growing clover that is great for under-sowing annual and perennial crops and for covering paths. Perfect for any bare soil spot or as alternative to grass in a lawn. White clover is longer-lived than other clovers and is a particularly good choice for paths and higher traffic areas, as it deals with being walked on particularly well, helping to reduce the mud when the ground is wet. 

White clover is also a green manure and as it grows its roots fix nitrogen from the air.  There are so many benefits to growing green manures like white clover, not only do they add nitrogen and organic matter to the soil, they also cover the soil which helps maintain moisture and reduce weed pressure. The flowers also attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Growing Info

Sowing: Sow direct by broadcasting seed onto well-prepared soil from April to July.

Under sowing crops: Its best to under sow taller crops such as kale, peas, sweetcorn.  Broadcast the seeds in April and then transplant your veg into a clearing in the clover in mid May onwards.  The clover will need to be cut at least twice during the growing season, so make sure your spacing accommodates this. 

Perennial

Coverage: Approximate coverage for hand sowing: 1 - 2g per m2.

Germination: 94% Oct 26