Dixie Crimson Clover

Dixie Crimson Clover
Fast-Growing, Nitrogen-Fixing Annual for Spring Forage, Soil Building, and Pollinator Habitat

Dixie Crimson Clover is a cool-season annual legume that brings rapid growth, vibrant color, and strong nitrogen-fixing capabilities to any food plot or soil improvement system. Bred for improved cold tolerance and reliable biomass production, the Dixie variety of crimson clover is ideal for fall planting across the Midwest, South, and transition zones, where it establishes quickly and thrives through winter before exploding with rich growth in early spring.

With its bright crimson blooms and deep green foliage, this clover provides not only forage value but also visual appeal and excellent habitat for pollinators. Whitetail deer begin grazing young crimson clover soon after germination in the fall, and return heavily to it in spring as it puts on lush growth and protein-rich foliage—often when native forbs are still dormant. In addition to feeding wildlife, Dixie Crimson Clover fixes 70–125 lbs of nitrogen per acre when properly inoculated, making it a favorite among soil-conscious land managers and regenerative growers.

This is raw, untreated seed, giving you full flexibility to pair it with your preferred inoculant or apply in certified organic systems. While inoculation is optional in soils with a strong legume history, it is recommended for maximum nitrogen fixation and early vigor.

Crimson clover is a great fit for mixes with small grains like rye or oats, and it can also be paired with brassicas or winter peas for added diversity. It’s easy to establish and performs well in light or moderately heavy soils with decent drainage.

• Seeding Rate:

  • 15–20 lbs per acre (drilled)

  • 20–25 lbs per acre (broadcast)
    

• Planting Depth: ¼–½ inch

• Best Planting Time:

  • Fall: August to October (Midwest & South)

  • Spring planting possible in some zones, but fall is preferred for full biomass

• Soil Preference: Tolerates a wide range; performs best in loam or sandy loam with pH 6.0–7.0

• Nitrogen Fixation: 70–125 lbs/acre with proper inoculation

• Coating: Raw, untreated seed

• Bag Sizes: 1 lb, 5 lb, 10 lb

Whether you’re looking to improve soil, suppress weeds, draw deer in spring, or support pollinators, Dixie Crimson Clover delivers fast results and long-term benefits with minimal input—making it one of the most versatile annual legumes available.