I've been doing a lot of reading about planting clover, but came across something I've not seen mentioned here. Do you guys inoculate your seeds before you plant them?
Inoculating
- Thread starter beard&bow
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If the plot hasn't had it on there before you better unless it is pre inoculated.
lasttombstone
Kinder, Gentler LTS
I always us pre-inoculated seed. That snuff dust stuff is a mess.
It depends on the type clover , some comes pre-inoculated.
I always used a soda poured into the seed in a 5 gallon bucket. Mix until all the seed has had contact with that sugary stuff and then pour the innoculent into the bucket and start stirring.
That method pretty much ensures that every seed is treated.
I always used a soda poured into the seed in a 5 gallon bucket. Mix until all the seed has had contact with that sugary stuff and then pour the innoculent into the bucket and start stirring.
That method pretty much ensures that every seed is treated.
Thanks guys. I appreciate it. I'd hate to mess up this first plot year.
The dust inoculant doesn't bother me. I just buy it and put it and the seed in a plastic container and put a lid on it and shake it around real well then put it in the seeder.
That lid sounds key. I don't feel like inoculating my lungs.lol. What pound per acre do yal seed? I've read anywhere from 3-5lbs to 25-30lbs.
Change 5347 to the plot(s), I may only use crimson this fall then seed ladino in the spring for a returning plot. I like the growth rate and abuse that I read crimson can take. And really want thick stands this fall/winter. Still plan to overseed with rye or wheat.
Change 5347 to the plot(s), I may only use crimson this fall then seed ladino in the spring for a returning plot. I like the growth rate and abuse that I read crimson can take. And really want thick stands this fall/winter. Still plan to overseed with rye or wheat.
25contender
Twelve Pointer
I really like ladino and have great luck with Pennington. It is preinoculated. Ladino or white clover is best planted in mid to late September. I wont even plant it in the spring anymore.
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I agree, spring seeding to me is almost always a bust.
5348- Ladino will be the majority, with crimson thrown in. Thanks for adding your experience. What lb per acre do you suggest? Many readings, websites, and experts say different numbers.
25contender
Twelve Pointer
I do just ladino at 10 lbs per acre. Ladino crimson mix would probably do 7lbs ladino 5lbs crimson.
Thank you!