{"product_id":"red-clover","title":"Red Clover","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003eRed clover (Trifolium pratense) is an unbeatable \u003cstrong\u003ecompanion plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. It fixes atmospheric nitrogen in root nodules which is released into local neighboring plants as it decomposes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003eThey are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003every resilient and \u003cstrong\u003eact as living mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e, encouraging soil friability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e. Red clover grows in many different types of soil and under many different conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003eRed clover produces beautiful dark pink flowers \u003cstrong\u003eattracting many beneficial insects\u003c\/strong\u003e to your crop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" lang=\"EN-GB\" class=\"TextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW240105197 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRed Clover grows upright in long shoots and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehas a shorter life-cycle than white clovers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen planting red clovers, it is best to plant a mixture of red and white clover together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBenefits \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNitrogen Production\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ability to \u003cstrong\u003eimprove nitrogen in soil\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Red Clover's most popular uses. This happens through the process of nitrogen fixation. Red Clover is a legume, which forms a symbiotic relationship with a type of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emycorrhizae \u003c\/span\u003ebacteria in the \u003cem\u003eRhizibium Genus \u003c\/em\u003ewhich forms nodules on the plants roots. The nodules formed by the bacteria take in nitrogen from the atmosphere and make it into proteins that the plant can use to grow. The interaction between the plants roots and the soil leads to improved soil quality without the need for fertilizer, making\u003cspan\u003e Red \u003c\/span\u003eClover a great choice for your garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eResilient \u0026amp; fast growing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Clover is the most resilient of the clover genus. This makes Red Clover an \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent ground cover crop\u003c\/strong\u003e as it withstands high traffic areas, harsh conditions and can tolerate a wide variety of soil conditions, including lower quality soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Clover also works well as a \u003cstrong\u003elow maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e ground cover as it can tolerate drought conditions and high temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSoil Compaction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Clover works well to prevent top soil compaction and \u003cstrong\u003ehelps to break up soil\u003c\/strong\u003e because of its deep and interconnected root system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts Beneficial Insects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Clover rarely attracts harmful pests and is helpful in attracting beneficial insects to your garden with its flowers. These insects include bumblebees and honeybees which aid in pollination of plants. As well as this, Red Clover attracts parasitoid wasps which help to control pests like aphids and whiteflies. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eErosion Prevention\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe deep and complex root system of Red Clover make it a great option when trying to \u003cstrong\u003eprevent soil runoff and erosion\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping key nutrients for your plants and soil in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWeed Suppressant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who has tried to get rid of a clover patch in their garden know that the plant can be competitive. Because of its complex root system once it is established, Red Clover \u003cstrong\u003ecompetes well with weeds\u003c\/strong\u003e and is great at keeping unwanted weeds at bay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiving Mulch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanting Red Clover as a ground cover works great as as a living mulch system as the plants do not grow very tall, allowing the soil to retain moisture and remain moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eProtects the soil from exposure to heat and radiation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the living mulch system to be most beneficial, management is the key. Ensure that the living mulch system does not compete with the main crop for light, nutrients and moisture. Consider planting White Clover once the main crop is established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRed Clover flourishes under the following conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeason\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring to Autumn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\u003cspan\u003e-25°C\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerminate \u003c\/strong\u003e7-10 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 25 x 25 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60 – 70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20 - 80 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productinfo\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSummer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"productinfo\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFull Sun\/Partial Shade\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Growing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePrefers well-drained, moist loam or sandy loam, pH 6.0–7.5. Add compost or manure before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKeep soil consistently moist, especially in early growth. Tolerates short dry periods once mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGenerally not required due to nitrogen fixation; if desired, use an organic potassium-rich top dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThrives in moderate humidity levels (50–75%) but ensure good airflow to avoid mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-aria-level=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-listid=\"3\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-leveltext=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233279\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":160,\"335559740\":259}'\u003eMulching: Sow in autumn so that plants can become established before cold weather comes. Cut the clover just below the surface, late in winter\/early spring and allow the foliage to die down naturally into the soil surface, or alternatively take the green matter \/ green manure and give your compost pile a high organic nitrogen boost. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed Clover often requires a little bit of phosphorus and potassium fertilisation in early spring, before seeds are sown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClovers get Nitrogen from the air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrows well in cool to mild climates of Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, and Western Cape winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntercropping\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Tomatoes\" title=\"Tomato Options\"\u003etomatoes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Capsicums\" title=\"Capsicum Options\"\u003ecapsicums\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/broccoli-green-sprouting\" title=\"Broccoli\"\u003ebroccoli\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Lettuce\" title=\"Lettuce Options\"\u003elettuce\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCrop Rotation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e: Plant after heavy feeders (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/tags\/?tag=Tomatoes\" title=\"Tomato Options\"\u003etomatoes\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/greenhouston.co.za\/products\/broccoli-green-sprouting\" title=\"Broccoli\"\u003ebroccoli\u003c\/a\u003e). 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