Alsike clover
Trifolium hybridum
Alsike clover is a short lived perennial or biennial native to Europe but now widely distributed throughout the United States. This legume is tolerant of adverse soils and has many potential uses. Caution is needed when horses are grazed with this slightly toxic clover.
Mature height of 2-4 FT
Tolerates wet and acidic soils
Very good component in pasture grass mixes
Potentially toxic to horses
Prefers heavier clayey to silty soils
Very good nitrogen fixer
Low heat and drought tolerance
Spring or Fall planting dates
Growing Region
- Midwest, Intermountain West, Southeast, Southwest, Pacific Northwest
