|
RE: clover
Around here its a little late for planting clover(NC). Always did better for me planting in September. I dont know anything about Ohio's weather.
|
RE: clover
ORIGINAL: haystack moss11, It is going to depend on the amount of rainfall your plot gets of course. But if everything works out when you plant, you should have a good looking stand in 4 to 5 weeks. It will keep growing in the fall till a hard frost hits it. It should last 3,4 or more years depending on the variety clover. Keep in mind clover is slow to get started but once it starts growing it grows fast. IMHO Good luck! |
RE: clover
Moss11, If your plot is in an area the deer is already traveling, they will be in it the day you plant Lol, But on a serious note they will start using it as soon as it is tall enough that they can graze it, not necessarily a good thing. In fact if you have allot of deer they can/will destroy your clover before it gets established. If that is the case then planting additional forage on the outside of the clover is recommendable. Maybe your ultimate question is will they be habituated to coming to your plot before bow season if you plant in early August..IMHO yes most likely.  Good luck! |
RE: clover
I planted my clover this afternoon and it went a lot farther then I expected now all i got to do is wait. Rain on wensday:D
|
RE: clover
Be careful planting clover too early in August. You are trying to get it established before freeze up, at least 6 weeks of growth. If you plant too early, the soil will be too dry for good germination, and weeds will get a jump on you. If the forecast says rain, that is good. Moist and coolare ideal for clover. If you can mow the plot for at least 1 year, consider kura clover. It can live for over 10 years (rumors say 30+), but needs 1 year with little weed pressure.
|
RE: clover
ORIGINAL: haystack Moss11, If your plot is in an area the deer is already traveling, they will be in it the day you plant Lol, But on a serious note they will start using it as soon as it is tall enough that they can graze it, not necessarily a good thing. In fact if you have allot of deer they can/will destroy your clover before it gets established. If that is the case then planting additional forage on the outside of the clover is recommendable. Maybe your ultimate question is will they be habituated to coming to your plot before bow season if you plant in early August..IMHO yes most likely. Good luck! |
RE: clover
Moss11, It is going to be a gamble either way and always will be Lol. You could plant the clover now and corn a little later. But I would not plant the peas or shot plot till late summer/early fall. Those plants are cool/cold weather plants and will not do good in the heat of summer. Plus if you plant one in spring and late summer you could increase your chances of success. Might be a drought this spring/summer and wet fall or vice-versa nobody knows and probably never will. In your area it is recommened to plant clover from AUG 1-SEPT 15. It is your call. Good luck what ever you decide and glad to help! |
RE: clover
Evan Go to www.meritseed.com their in ohio and they are really cheap compared to the other guys.
|
RE: clover
Haystack is correct. It is a crapshoot on the weather in spring or fall. I didn't mean to imply not to plant in August, I was just pointing out that timing and weather are important. If your soil is sandy, spring may be the best time plant clover (if you get spring rains).
|
RE: clover
ORIGINAL: haystack Moss11, It is going to be a gamble either way and always will be Lol. You could plant the clover now and corn a little later. But I would not plant the peas or shot plot till late summer/early fall. Those plants are cool/cold weather plants and will not do good in the heat of summer. Plus if you plant one in spring and late summer you could increase your chances of success. Might be a drought this spring/summer and wet fall or vice-versa nobody knows and probably never will. In your area it is recommened to plant clover from AUG 1-SEPT 15. It is your call. Good luck what ever you decide and glad to help! i know for a fact im planting clover and corn and i really want to spring plant everything but if i have to fall plant something, i can.. so in addition to clover and corn what would be another plant, that is good, that i could plant in the next few weeks with my corn and clover? jake ill check them out |
| All times are GMT -8. The time now is 03:20 PM. |
Copyright © 2026 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.