TomorrowSeeds - Crimson Clover Seeds - 3000+ Count - For 2026 Planting USA Garden Flower Italian

Crimson Clover is a striking, fast-growing legume that features deep red flowers, creating a vibrant contrast in any garden or field. Its lush green foliage and vivid blossoms make it an attractive addition to landscapes and gardens. Known for its versatility, Crimson Clover is not only beautiful but also highly beneficial as a cover crop. It enriches the soil by fixing nitrogen, improving soil structure, and providing valuable organic matter. The deep taproot of this clover helps break up compacted soil, improving water retention and drainage. Crimson Clover is also an excellent choice for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies, creating a wildlife-friendly environment. Additionally, it offers great erosion control, making it perfect for planting on slopes or areas prone to soil degradation. Crimson clover fixes up to 200 pounds of nitrogen per acre, and prefers well-drained, loam soils with good organic matter content for best results. The seeds and flowers are edible; seeds can be sprouted and used in salads or sandwiches, or dried and ground into flour; the flower heads can be used fresh or dried as a tea.

Also Known As: Red Clover, Crimson Trefoil, Scarlet Clover, Purple Clover, Clover Blossom, Cowgrass, Dutch Clover, Trifolium Incarnatum, Italian Clover, and Giant Red Clover.

Plant Name: Clover, Crimson
Latin Name: Trifolium incarnatum
Days to Germinate: 5-11
Days to Bloom: 80
Plant Height: 8 - 20 Inches
Spread: 12 - 18 inches
Bloom Diameter: 1 - 2 Inches
Growth Habit: Upright
USDA Zones: 2-10
Lifespan: Annual
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2026
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.