Arrow Leaf Clover (Trifolium vesiculosum)

• Description :
• An annual legume, which during its early stages of growth remains prostrate which later can grow to approx. 1 m in height

• Climate :
• Subtropical / temperate

• Moisture Requirements :
• 750 mm + per annum

• Soil Preference :
• No particular preference but water logged soils must be avoided

• Sowing Rate :
• Broadcast : 8 – 10 kg / has
• Rye grass mixture :
• 8kg / ha clover
• 8 – 10 kg / ha rye grass

• Planting Time :
• March / April

• Planting Method :
• Establish on a firm, fine weed free seed bed

• Management :
• Grows slowly during autumn and winter.
• A production peak is reached in spring.
• High levels of fertilization are required.

• Advantages :
• No danger of bloat
• Can be used as a lay crop for soil improvement
• Can be used as foggage during winter
• Can be used as a mixture with annual rye grass

• Limitations :
• High levels of fertilization required, therefore expensive
• Seed has a hard seed coat and scarification before planting is advised.