Red Clover - Green manure
gr27 (Trifolium pratense)
Valuable perennial green manure and fodder plant. Fixes nitrogen and good for opening up of soil for following crops. Flowers very valuable for a variety of bumble bees.
Variety-specific characteristics
| Seed rate | 180-220 g/100m² |
|---|---|
| Height | 40-50 cm |
| Lifespan | perennial |
| Beemeadow | yes |
| Hardy | yes |
| Trifolium pratense | |
| Nutrient requirements | manuring not necessary |
| Sowing depth | 1-2 cm |
Explanations
Bee-friendly: This plant has a good nectar or pollen supply, which is especially good for honey and wild bees, as well as other pollinating insects. There are 500 different kinds of wild bees alone. Some crops are best approached by specialists, others by generalists.