Kenland red clover was released several years ago. It has good resistance to southern anthracnose, which is especially destructive to red clover stands in the southern Corn Belt. It has superior yielding ability over most other varieties and has a longer life than common red clover. It reportedly has more resistance to crown and root rots than seed originating from the northern United States.
Red clover is effective as a pasture legume and for hay. It can withstand more shading in the seedling stage than most other legumes, making it easy to establish in grass sods.
To make red clover more effective, follow these management practices:
- Maintain fertility level — test the soil and topdress accordingly.
- Use rotational grazing, especially during the second year.
- Rest the pasture in September and early October.
Medium red clover is most productive on soils of medium to high fertility levels with a soil salt pH of 5.5 or higher with good internal drainage. It is better than alfalfa at tolerating and growing on soils of low pH and low fertility with poor drainage.
| Planting Rate | ||
| Early fall to Early winter. | ¼ to ¾ “ | 4-6 lb. per Acre in Mixtures
15 lbs. in Mono Culture |