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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover (Canada-grown)
$100.00
Seed Type & Composition
Yellow Blossom Sweet Clover (Melilotus officinalis) is a hardy biennial legume known for its vibrant yellow flowers, nitrogen-fixing capability, and adaptability to a wide range of soil types. This Canada-grown variety excels as a soil builder, cover crop, pollinator attractant, and forage option.
Seed Type: Biennial legume with hard-coated seeds
Growth Habit: Erect, taproot-forming with nitrogen-fixing bacteria
Key Traits: Soil enrichment, erosion control, drought tolerance, pollinator support
Typical Seed Label Information
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Purity (%) | ≥ 90% |
| Germination (%) | ≥ 80% |
| Weed Seed (%) | ≤ 0.5% |
| Other Crop Seed (%) | ≤ 1% |
| Inert Matter (%) | ≤ 2% |
| Noxious Weeds | None |
| Lot Number | Assigned per batch |
| Test Date | Within 12 months of sale |
| Origin | Canada-grown |
Geographic & USDA Zone Suitability
Zones: 3–9
Regions: Great Plains, Midwest, Northern U.S., Canadian Prairies
Best Use: Soil improvement, cover crop, erosion control, pollinator habitat, forage
Sunlight Tolerance
Thrives in full sun; tolerates partial shade
Soil Compatibility
| Soil Type | Performance |
|---|---|
| Clay | Tolerates if well-drained |
| Loam | Ideal for growth |
| pH Range | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Drainage | Requires well-drained soils; avoid waterlogging |
Watering & Drought Tolerance
| Stage | Watering Needs |
|---|---|
| Establishment | Frequent light watering to maintain moist soil |
| Post-Establishment | Minimal watering; drought-tolerant due to deep taproot |
| Drought Response | High tolerance; survives dry spells once established |
Germination & Growth Pattern
| Aspect | Description |
|---|---|
| Dormancy | Hard seed coat may require scarification |
| Germination Time | 7–14 days post-scarification |
| Growth Cycle | Year 1: Vegetative/root system; Year 2: Tall stems, flowering, seed set |
| Height | Up to 5 feet in second year |
| Bloom Period | Late spring through early summer |
Mowing & Maintenance Needs
| Task | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Mowing Year 1 | Optional; mow to control height or promote bushier growth |
| Mowing Year 2 | Mow post-bloom if reseeding not desired |
| Watering | Minimal post-establishment |
| Fertilization | Generally unnecessary; nitrogen fixer |
| Weed Control | Early weeding crucial; dense stands suppress weeds later |
| Pest & Disease | Moderate resistance; monitor for aphids, root borers |
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