Trifolium incarnatum Seeds (Crimson Clover)

Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum) is an annual plant known for its vibrant crimson flowers. It is also commonly referred to as Italian Clover, Strawberry Clover, or Carnation Clover. This species is admired for its dense growth habit, reaching heights of 1-2 feet at maturity. It is widely cultivated as a cover crop due to its nitrogen-fixing properties, making it beneficial to soil health. Crimson Clover is adaptable to a wide range of environments and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. Trifolium incarnatum seeds are readily available and widely used for establishing this attractive and useful plant.

Growing Trifolium incarnatum from Seed

• Growth cycle: Annual
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Mediterranean
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Red

Germinating Crimson Clover Flower Seeds

To germinate Trifolium incarnatum, sow the seeds in well-drained soil during cool weather. Lightly cover the seeds with soil, keep them consistently moist, and provide indirect sunlight. Germination usually occurs within 7-14 days.

We source all of our Trifolium incarnatum seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Crimson Clover seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Crimson Clover seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Trifolium incarnatum seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

We offer this variety on Etsy and eBay, as well!

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