Trifolium alexandrinum Cool season legume cover crop.
Also called Egyptian alfalfa. Tolerates most soils, poor drainage, and temperatures to 20F. Plant late summer to early fall and irrigate up to obtain good fall growth. Can suppress small-seeded vegetables up to 1 month after incorporation.
- Application Rate: 15-20 lb/acre, 1 lb/1500 sq ft, 0.5 deep
- Inoculant: Not needed, seed is nitrocoated
- Germination: 5-10 Days
- Plant Height: 2′
- Uses: Pasture, hay, silage, green manure
- Facts to Note: Fixes Nitrogen (200-300 lb/acre) and is a palatable, protein-rich plant. Remarkably productive (up to 6 cuttings possible per season), with best growth in full sun with regular clipping.
