Red Clover

Trifolium pratense

Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) in a field
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) in a field
Difficulty:Beginner
Category:Herbs
Total Growth Time:65 days
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About This Plant

Red Clover is a short-lived perennial legume, widely cultivated as a forage crop, green manure, and medicinal herb. It is known for its nitrogen-fixing capabilities, which allows it to thrive in low-nitrogen environments. It is a fast-growing plant, often harvested for hay or microgreens.

Also known as: Purple Clover, Cow Grass

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How to Grow Red Clover

Learn how to grow Red Clover from seed to harvest in 65 days. Beginner difficulty. Complete nutrient guide, pH/EC requirements, and growing conditions for hydroponics, soil & greenhouse.

Nutrient Requirements by Growth Stage

NPK Ratio:100-50-175
N (veg)
80-120 ppm
P (veg)
40-60 ppm
K (veg)
150-200 ppm

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