Red Clover 50 grams fresh Seeds (Trifolium pratense) / Organic Heirloom Seeds / Flower

🌱 Trifolium pratense — Red Clover, Meadow Clover

Red Clover seeds are a type of organic heirloom seed, belonging to the Fabaceae family. Key selling points include its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, making it an excellent addition to any garden or meadow.

🌿 Botanical Description

Red Clover is a biennial, but more often a perennial herbaceous plant, reaching a height of 15-55 cm. Branched stems are rising. The leaves are threefold, with broadly ovate finely toothed lobes, the leaflets are whole at the edges, with delicate cilia at the edges. The flowers are pink or red, in small, rounded clusters.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds in the spring or fall, 1-2 cm deep, and 2-3 cm apart. No pre-treatment is required.
• Germination temperature: 10-20°C. Germination time: 1-2 weeks.
• Soil type: Well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: Keep the soil consistently moist during the germination period. Once established, Red Clover is drought-tolerant.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-9. Frost tolerance: Moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, Red Clover can be found in a variety of habitats, including meadows, fields, and along roadsides. It thrives in areas with full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

✨ Interesting Facts

Red Clover has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, particularly for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It is also a popular ingredient in herbal teas and infusions. In addition, Red Clover is a valuable source of nutrition for pollinators and other wildlife.

🌸 Culinary & Medicinal Uses

Red Clover flowers can be used in salads, as a garnish, or to make herbal teas. The leaves and stems can be used in soups, stews, and as a cooking green. In traditional medicine, Red Clover is used to treat a range of ailments, including menopausal symptoms, digestive issues, and skin problems.