Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Blooms: Round clusters of pinkish-red flowers in late spring to summer.
Days to Germination: 7-14 days.
Days to Harvest: 70-90 days for flowering; longer for full cover crop benefits.
Foliage Colour: Bright green.
Hardiness Zone: Zones 3-9.
Height: 12-20 inches tall.
Heirloom: No.
Light: Full sun to partial shade.
Maintenance Level: Low.
Native vs. Non-Native: Non-native (native to Europe, Western Asia, and Northwest Africa).
Plant Spacing: 6-8 inches apart.
Purpose/Use: Cover crop, nitrogen fixer, forage, pollinator support, erosion control.
Row Spacing: 12 inches.
Plant Type: Short-lived perennial (often grown as an annual in cold climates).
Seed Depth: 1/4 inch.
Seed Spacing: 6-8 inches apart.
Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil; tolerates a variety of soil conditions.
Special Features: Fixes nitrogen in the soil, improves soil health, attracts beneficial insects.
Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture.
1Kg package covers approximately 2500-4000 sq.ft.