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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf White Balansa Clover (Inoculated)
$100.00
Seed Type & Composition
White Balansa Clover (Trifolium michelianum) is a cool-season annual/biennial legume known for its vigorous growth, dense foliage, nitrogen-fixing ability, and adaptability to various climates and soil types. The inoculated variety ensures enhanced symbiotic nitrogen fixation with Rhizobium bacteria for improved soil health.
Seed Type: Inoculated annual/biennial legume with trifoliate leaf habit
Inoculation: Coated with Rhizobium bacteria for optimal nitrogen fixation
Primary Uses: Cover crop, forage, pasture improvement, erosion control, living mulch
Typical Seed Label Information
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Purity (%) | ≥ 90% |
| Germination (%) | ≥ 80% |
| Hard Seed (%) | 5–15% (Normal for clovers) |
| Weed Seed (%) | ≤ 0.5% |
| Other Crop Seed (%) | ≤ 1% |
| Inert Matter (%) | ≤ 2% |
| Noxious Weeds | None |
| Lot Number | Assigned per production batch |
| Test Date | Within past 12 months |
| Origin | Varies (commonly Australia, USA) |
Geographic & USDA Zone Suitability
Zones: USDA 6–9
Climate Suitability: Mild temperate to warm subtropical
Adaptation: Suited for temperate climates with adequate moisture or mild winters; tolerates a range of soils
Sunlight Tolerance
Performs best in full sun to partial shade
Requires 4–6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth
Soil Compatibility
| Soil Type | Performance |
|---|---|
| Clay | Tolerates if well-drained |
| Loam | Ideal for growth |
| pH Range | 5.5 – 7.5 |
| Drainage | Requires well-drained soils; tolerates brief waterlogging |
Watering & Drought Tolerance
| Stage | Watering Needs |
|---|---|
| Establishment | Consistent moisture required for germination |
| Post-Establishment | Moderate watering; drought-tolerant once roots develop |
| Drought Response | Withstands short dry periods; prolonged drought affects growth |
Germination & Growth Pattern
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Germination Time | 7–14 days |
| Optimal Soil Temperature | 60°F – 68°F (15°C – 20°C) |
| Early Growth | Rapid vegetative spread with ground-hugging rosettes |
| Flowering | White flowers bloom in spring |
| Maturity | Annual to biennial; completes lifecycle in 1–2 years |
| Regrowth | Quick regrowth after mowing or grazing |
Mowing & Maintenance Needs
| Task | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Mowing | Optional; mow to manage height and encourage denser growth |
| Height | Maintain at 3–6 inches if used as ground cover |
| Watering | Keep moist during dry spells for best results |
| Fertilization | Minimal; avoid nitrogen fertilizers |
| Weed Control | Mulching/mowing can reduce weed competition |
Foot Traffic Durability & Recovery
Durability: Suitable for light foot traffic areas
Recovery: Moderate; regrows well after occasional trampling
Best Use: Companion planting, low-traffic lawns, cover crop, pastures
Best Planting Time
| Season | Ideal Use |
|---|---|
| Spring | For annual cover crop or forage |
| Fall | For overwintering cover crop in mild climates |
| Soil Temp | ≥ 45°F (7°C) for germination |
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