Crimson Clover is a fast-establishing annual legume valued for its strong early growth, high-quality forage, and versatility across grazing and cropping systems. Well suited to cool-season production, it delivers rapid autumn establishment followed by vigorous winter and early spring growth, making it an excellent option for filling feed gaps and boosting pasture performance.
Known for its upright growth habit and striking crimson flower heads, this clover produces abundant biomass and highly palatable feed for sheep and cattle. It is commonly used for grazing, hay, silage, and green manure, offering flexibility for a range of farming applications. Crimson Clover also plays an important role in improving soil health through nitrogen fixation, helping reduce reliance on synthetic fertilisers while supporting companion grasses in mixed pastures.
This variety performs best in well-drained soils with good fertility and responds well to rotational grazing. It is particularly useful in short-term pasture mixes or as part of a crop rotation where quick establishment and high seasonal productivity are required.
Crimson Clover is a reliable, high-performing annual legume for farmers seeking improved feed quality, soil fertility, and strong seasonal growth.
Please note: Shipping restrictions apply for WA & TAS.
Features Benefits
100% Pure Crimson Clover Seed
Crimson Clover is a highly productive annual legume suited to short-term pasture phases, grazing systems, fodder production, and soil improvement programs. Known for its rapid winter and early spring growth, this versatile clover produces high-quality, highly palatable herbage ideal for cattle, sheep, and mixed farming operations. Its upright growth habit also makes it well suited to hay and silage production compared with many lower-growing clover varieties.
Crimson Clover performs well in a range of soil types and is valued for its ability to fix nitrogen naturally, helping improve soil fertility and pasture performance. It is commonly used in pasture mixes, cover cropping, rotational grazing systems, and erosion control applications. The vibrant crimson flower heads also attract beneficial pollinators such as bees and other insects.
Key Features
- Fast establishing annual clover
- Excellent winter and early spring feed source
- Highly palatable and nutritious forage
- Suitable for grazing, hay, and silage production
- Nitrogen-fixing legume that improves soil health
- Upright growth habit with strong seasonal production
- Tolerant to cool conditions and seasonal frost
- Suitable for cover cropping and pasture renovation
Agronomic Information
- Sowing Rate: 6–8 kg/ha as a sole crop or 2–4 kg/ha in pasture blends
- Sowing Depth: 5–10 mm
- Rainfall Requirement: Best suited to 500 mm+ annual rainfall
- Soil Type: Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils
- Growth Habit: Fast-growing annual legume with upright growth
- Grazing: Can be rotationally grazed once well established
- Uses: Grazing, fodder, hay, silage, green manure, and pasture improvement
Establishment & Management
For best results, sow into a well-prepared, firm seedbed with good seed-to-soil contact. Crimson Clover responds well to phosphorus and potassium applications and performs best under reliable rainfall or irrigation. Avoid prolonged waterlogging on heavy soils. Rotational grazing is recommended to encourage persistence and maximise feed quality.
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
100% Pure Crimson Clover Seed
Sowing Instructions
Rate: 1 to 2 kg per 100 m²
Depth: 5 to 10 mm
Preparation: Sow into a well-prepared, firm seedbed or lightly broadcast and roll to ensure good soil contact
Watering: Keep consistently moist for 7 to 14 days during establishment
Management & Grazing Instructions
First grazing: Allow plants to establish and anchor before grazing
Grazing height: Begin grazing once plants are well rooted and actively growing (15 to 25 cm canopy)
Stock pressure: Use rotational grazing to maintain persistence and encourage regrowth
Fertilising: Responds well to phosphorus and potassium for optimal growth and feed quality
Watering: Performs best in well-drained soils with reliable rainfall or irrigation
Durability: Fast-growing annual legume with strong seasonal production and excellent feed quality for grazing systems
Freight & Delivery Responsibility
Once goods have been dispatched from Hills Farm Supplies, they are carried at the purchaser’s risk.
While we take care to ensure all orders leave in good condition:
We are not liable for loss, damage, or delays caused during transit
Any claims relating to freight must be made with the carrier
Transit insurance is available upon request and is recommended for higher value orders.
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
Hills Farm Supplies provides pasture seed products based on general suitability for Australian conditions. However, we do not guarantee animal performance or health outcomes resulting from the use of these products.
It is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure:
The selected seed mix is appropriate for their property, soil type, and livestock
Pastures are managed correctly, particularly during establishment and grazing
We recommend seeking independent advice from a qualified agronomist or advisor where required.
What is Crimson Clover and what is it used for?
Crimson Clover is a fast-growing annual legume commonly used for pasture improvement, green manure, and soil conditioning. It’s popular with farmers for adding nitrogen to the soil, improving structure, and providing high-quality forage for livestock.
How does Crimson Clover benefit soil health?
Crimson Clover fixes atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules, enriching the soil naturally. It also helps improve soil structure, reduce erosion, and increase organic matter when incorporated back into the ground.
When is the best time to plant Crimson Clover?
It is typically sown in autumn or early winter in warmer climates, allowing it to establish before colder conditions. In cooler regions, it can also be planted in early spring for a shorter growing season.
Is Crimson Clover suitable for grazing?
Yes, Crimson Clover provides highly palatable and nutritious forage for livestock such as cattle and sheep. It is best grazed before full flowering for optimal feed quality.
How long does Crimson Clover take to grow?
Crimson Clover establishes quickly and can be ready for grazing or soil incorporation within 8–12 weeks, depending on growing conditions like temperature and moisture.
Does Crimson Clover require a lot of maintenance?
No, it is relatively low maintenance once established. It performs best in well-drained soils with moderate fertility and generally requires minimal inputs compared to other pasture options.
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Crimson Clover is a fast-establishing annual legume valued for its strong early growth, high-quality forage, and versatility across grazing and cropping systems. Well suited to cool-season production, it delivers rapid autumn establishment followed by vigorous winter and early spring growth, making it an excellent option for filling feed gaps and boosting pasture performance.
Known for its upright growth habit and striking crimson flower heads, this clover produces abundant biomass and highly palatable feed for sheep and cattle. It is commonly used for grazing, hay, silage, and green manure, offering flexibility for a range of farming applications. Crimson Clover also plays an important role in improving soil health through nitrogen fixation, helping reduce reliance on synthetic fertilisers while supporting companion grasses in mixed pastures.
This variety performs best in well-drained soils with good fertility and responds well to rotational grazing. It is particularly useful in short-term pasture mixes or as part of a crop rotation where quick establishment and high seasonal productivity are required.
Crimson Clover is a reliable, high-performing annual legume for farmers seeking improved feed quality, soil fertility, and strong seasonal growth.
Please note: Shipping restrictions apply for WA & TAS.
Features Benefits
100% Pure Crimson Clover Seed
Crimson Clover is a highly productive annual legume suited to short-term pasture phases, grazing systems, fodder production, and soil improvement programs. Known for its rapid winter and early spring growth, this versatile clover produces high-quality, highly palatable herbage ideal for cattle, sheep, and mixed farming operations. Its upright growth habit also makes it well suited to hay and silage production compared with many lower-growing clover varieties.
Crimson Clover performs well in a range of soil types and is valued for its ability to fix nitrogen naturally, helping improve soil fertility and pasture performance. It is commonly used in pasture mixes, cover cropping, rotational grazing systems, and erosion control applications. The vibrant crimson flower heads also attract beneficial pollinators such as bees and other insects.
Key Features
- Fast establishing annual clover
- Excellent winter and early spring feed source
- Highly palatable and nutritious forage
- Suitable for grazing, hay, and silage production
- Nitrogen-fixing legume that improves soil health
- Upright growth habit with strong seasonal production
- Tolerant to cool conditions and seasonal frost
- Suitable for cover cropping and pasture renovation
Agronomic Information
- Sowing Rate: 6–8 kg/ha as a sole crop or 2–4 kg/ha in pasture blends
- Sowing Depth: 5–10 mm
- Rainfall Requirement: Best suited to 500 mm+ annual rainfall
- Soil Type: Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils
- Growth Habit: Fast-growing annual legume with upright growth
- Grazing: Can be rotationally grazed once well established
- Uses: Grazing, fodder, hay, silage, green manure, and pasture improvement
Establishment & Management
For best results, sow into a well-prepared, firm seedbed with good seed-to-soil contact. Crimson Clover responds well to phosphorus and potassium applications and performs best under reliable rainfall or irrigation. Avoid prolonged waterlogging on heavy soils. Rotational grazing is recommended to encourage persistence and maximise feed quality.
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
100% Pure Crimson Clover Seed
Sowing Instructions
Rate: 1 to 2 kg per 100 m²
Depth: 5 to 10 mm
Preparation: Sow into a well-prepared, firm seedbed or lightly broadcast and roll to ensure good soil contact
Watering: Keep consistently moist for 7 to 14 days during establishment
Management & Grazing Instructions
First grazing: Allow plants to establish and anchor before grazing
Grazing height: Begin grazing once plants are well rooted and actively growing (15 to 25 cm canopy)
Stock pressure: Use rotational grazing to maintain persistence and encourage regrowth
Fertilising: Responds well to phosphorus and potassium for optimal growth and feed quality
Watering: Performs best in well-drained soils with reliable rainfall or irrigation
Durability: Fast-growing annual legume with strong seasonal production and excellent feed quality for grazing systems
Freight & Delivery Responsibility
Once goods have been dispatched from Hills Farm Supplies, they are carried at the purchaser’s risk.
While we take care to ensure all orders leave in good condition:
We are not liable for loss, damage, or delays caused during transit
Any claims relating to freight must be made with the carrier
Transit insurance is available upon request and is recommended for higher value orders.
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
Hills Farm Supplies provides pasture seed products based on general suitability for Australian conditions. However, we do not guarantee animal performance or health outcomes resulting from the use of these products.
It is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure:
The selected seed mix is appropriate for their property, soil type, and livestock
Pastures are managed correctly, particularly during establishment and grazing
We recommend seeking independent advice from a qualified agronomist or advisor where required.
What is Crimson Clover and what is it used for?
Crimson Clover is a fast-growing annual legume commonly used for pasture improvement, green manure, and soil conditioning. It’s popular with farmers for adding nitrogen to the soil, improving structure, and providing high-quality forage for livestock.
How does Crimson Clover benefit soil health?
Crimson Clover fixes atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules, enriching the soil naturally. It also helps improve soil structure, reduce erosion, and increase organic matter when incorporated back into the ground.
When is the best time to plant Crimson Clover?
It is typically sown in autumn or early winter in warmer climates, allowing it to establish before colder conditions. In cooler regions, it can also be planted in early spring for a shorter growing season.
Is Crimson Clover suitable for grazing?
Yes, Crimson Clover provides highly palatable and nutritious forage for livestock such as cattle and sheep. It is best grazed before full flowering for optimal feed quality.
How long does Crimson Clover take to grow?
Crimson Clover establishes quickly and can be ready for grazing or soil incorporation within 8–12 weeks, depending on growing conditions like temperature and moisture.
Does Crimson Clover require a lot of maintenance?
No, it is relatively low maintenance once established. It performs best in well-drained soils with moderate fertility and generally requires minimal inputs compared to other pasture options.







