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Medium Red Clover Seeds
Medium Red Clover Seeds
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Medium Red Clover Seed
Reliable, High-Yielding Perennial Clover for Multi-Year Food Plots and Soil Health
Medium Red Clover is one of the most dependable and versatile perennial clovers available for food plots. Known for its excellent forage quality, strong regrowth, and soil-enhancing benefits, this clover is ideal for attracting deer, turkeys, and other wildlife while building long-term soil fertility. It performs well both as a standalone plot or mixed with grasses, cereals, or other legumes.
Why Choose Medium Red Clover?
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High Forage Quality – Produces leafy, palatable forage with 18–25% protein, perfect for spring, summer, and fall attraction.
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Multi-Year Performance – A short-lived perennial lasting 2–3 years, with strong regrowth after grazing or mowing.
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Improves Soil Health – Fixes atmospheric nitrogen, enhancing future food plot success.
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Widely Adapted – Thrives in a variety of climates and soil conditions.
Growing Conditions:
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Soil pH Range: Best between 6.0 and 7.0
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Sunlight: Prefers full sun, but handles light shade well
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Moisture: Grows best in moist, well-drained soils; becomes moderately drought-tolerant after establishment
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Soil Types: Performs well in loam, clay, and sandy soils
Maintenance Level: Easy to Moderate
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Weed Control: Start with a clean seedbed. Mowing helps suppress weeds and encourages regrowth.
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Mowing: Occasional mowing improves forage quality and longevity.
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Reseeding: Can be overseeded every 2–3 years to maintain a thick stand.
Planting Details:
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Seeding Rate: 8–10 lbs per acre
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Seeding Depth: No deeper than 1/4 inch—ideal for broadcasting and cultipacking
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Planting Time: Early spring or late summer into early fall
Available Bag Sizes & Coverage:
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1 lb bag – Plants up to 1/10 acre
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4 lb bag – Plants up to 1/2 acre
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8 lb bag – Plants up to 1 acre
Medium Red Clover is a smart, proven choice for building productive, long-lasting food plots that attract and nourish wildlife. Its ease of establishment, regrowth potential, and soil benefits make it a must-have for any land manager looking to create a sustainable, high-quality forage base.
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