Subterranean clover | |
| Species: | Subterranean clover |
| Scientific Name: | Trifolium subterraneum |
| Cultivars: | Denmark. Specie currently under evaluation (season 2008- 09) |
| Growth Habit: | Short, 1-1.5 feet tall, dense, low growing. White non-showy flowers, forms burrs that peg and set seed below the ground. |
| Life Cycle: | Annual |
| Origin: | Mediterranean Region |
| Production Season: | March to May |
| Nutritive Value: | Varies depending on maturity (leaf:stem ratio) Usually medium to high crude protein; medium to high digestibility. |
| Use: | Grazing, pasture |
Adaptation | |
| Soil: | Loam, clay-loam |
| pH: | 6.0-7.0 |
| Rainfall: | 14-24 inches. Poor drought tolerance. |
| Temperature: | Fair cold tolerance, 22°F (minimum) |
Management | |
| Planting Date: | October 1 - November 15 |
| Planting Depth: | 1/4-1/2 inch |
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| Fertilization: | For fertilization info click this link |
| Production: | 3000-5000 lb/acre |
Notes | |
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