Description
Scaly Clover Trifolium squarrosum L. – An Irreplaceable Catch Crop and Forage Plant
Scaly clover Trifolium squarrosum L. to annual from the legume family, growing to a height of approx 60 cm. Is characterised by white, spherical flowers and is an ideal choice both for pure sowing and as a component of various seed mixtures.
Characteristics of the Plant
- Plant Type: Annual
- Height: Up to 60 cm
- flowers: White, spherical
- Position: Sunny
- Soil: Average, fresh
- Frost Resistance: Freezes at -3°C
- Root System: Of pile
Advantages and Applications
Improving Soil Structure: The pile root system of scale clover has a positive effect on the soil structure. The roots penetrate it to greater depths, which improves permeability and water retention capacity, supporting the healthy growth of other plants.
Increasing Animal Production Efficiency: When feeding animals, scaled clover significantly increases the efficiency of milk and meat production, thanks to the high protein content in the green matter.
Greater Nitrogen Availability: This plant has the ability to fix nitrogen from the atmosphere through symbiosis with nodule bacteria. Thanks to this, it increases the availability of nitrogen for other crops, which reduces the need for additional fertilization and supports more sustainable agriculture.
Cover crop: Scaled clover is perfect as a cover crop, improving the structure of the soil and enriching it with nitrogen. Fast growth and the ability to create large green mass make it an ideal choice for this purpose.
Adaptation to the Position: This plant adapts very well to various locations, grows quickly and creates an abundant mass rich in protein. It is used both as fodder and as a plant that improves soil properties.
How to Grow Scaled Clover?
- Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny position. The soil should be medium and fresh. Avoid shaded places, as the plant tolerates shade less well.
- In: Clover can be sown in pure sowing or as a component of a mixture. It is important to ensure appropriate soil conditions and moderate watering.
- Care: After sowing, the plant does not require intensive care. Remember, however, that it freezes at -3°C, so it is best to sow it in spring to avoid frosts.
Scale clover is a versatile plant that does more than just increase animal production efficiency, but also improves soil structure i nitrogen availability. Its white, spherical flowers and easy cultivation make it an ideal choice for farmers and gardeners who want to introduce natural solutions to their farms that improve the quality of soil and crops.
Sowing rate of scaly clover:
- Sowing rate in pure sowing: 12 kg / ha.
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