When should I plant white dutch clover?

Question

We prefer a white clover lawn mixed with Canada Green. Can I plant before the first snow so it will germinate in the early spring?

Answer 1

Spring is the best time to seed. To establish clover in existing sod, sow the seed in spring or early fallEarly to mid-April before grass starts growing quickly is the best time because there is little moisture stress and little competition from grass and other broadleaf plants. Clover seed can even be 'frost seeded' in late March or early April on ground that is still mostly frozen; the seed drops into small cracks as the surface alternately thaws during the day and freezes again at night. Early sown seed will germinate when the soil starts to warm up in latter part of April (in HRM).

Late summer/early fall is an alternative time, but is not as good as the spring because the less developed plants (compared to spring-seeded plants) are more likely to be winter-killed. If it's late summer and you're anxious to see some clover on the lawn, seed it then and again in late May or early June of the following year if you don't see good establishment of the fall seeded clover.

If the seed is sown after grass is up and growing quickly, the grass should be cut short and raked first. Seed can be mixed into the soil by raking with a stiff rake and then walking over it (or using a roller). If the seed is sown after mid-May, daily, light watering for seven to ten days (when there is no rain) will ensure good germination and initial establishment. At temperatures above 15oC, most seed will germinate in less than a week, and in as few as 2 to 3 days in summer. For several weeks thereafter, the lawn should be watered as necessary to avoid water stress.

Answer 2

Oh... what a pretty grass.... you can plant before the first snow but would suggest that you plant it about 2 months prior to the first snow... just to make sure it has established a good rooting.

Answer 3

when in doubt look on the back of package . a good company will have the planting and germination season written. most grass seed can be spread before first snow and right before it rains.

Answer 4

Google seed catalogs and doubtless you'll locate them there.often times they promote seeds on ebasy or ebayclassifieds.you may want to dig some plant life up and plant them the position you presently opt for them to boost. My lovebirds love the leaves on them.

Answer 5

right now is the best time to plant a lawn.fertilize the soil and good luck