How to Transplant Crimson Clover

Crimson clover (Trifolium incarnatum) is an annual flowering plant, native to Europe. In Michigan, it is used as a cover crop for wheat, soybeans and corn. The Texas Department of Transportation grows it alongside major highways. Because crimson clover blooms with red cylindrical flowers, it makes a charming ornamental accent to the residential garden as well. Transplant crimson clover after all danger of frost has passed.

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Instructions

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  Wait until the crimson clover seedlings are 2 inches tall to transplant into an area of full sun in the garden.
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  Amend heavy soil by incorporating 3 inches of compost into the top 6 inches of soil.
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  Dig planting holes for the crimson clover seedlings that are the same depth as the container holding them. Space the holes six to 12 inches apart.
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  Place the roots of the crimson clover plants in the holes and fill the holes with soil.
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  Water the crimson clover plants to a depth of 6 inches and keep them moist until they start producing new growth.

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