BAS White Dutch Clover Cover Crop
Best soil-enriching ground cover for home gardeners and container growers.
Enhance your garden with the BAS White Dutch Clover Cover Crop, a versatile solution for companion planting and soil improvement. This slow-growing, perennial clover is ideal for containers and establishes long-term ground cover, effectively fixing nitrogen into the soil. Noted for its high sprouting quality and clean seed, it's designed to improve overall soil health, minimize compaction in high-traffic areas, and thrive even in wet conditions. For optimal results, ensure good seed-to-soil contact after broadcasting or drilling.
$14.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+32%
Above average
Type
Perennial Cover Crop
/ Perennial Cover Crop
Who it's for
- Eco-conscious gardeners needing resilient, long-term ground cover
- Organic gardeners seeking natural soil fertilization
- Busy growers wanting low-maintenance weed suppression
Who should skip it
- Impatient growers needing immediate weed control
- Farmers growing sensitive or shallow-rooted crops
- Gardeners looking for a completely hands-off landscape solution
Performance breakdown
Nitrogen fixation
Highly efficient at naturally enriching soil with essential nutrients.
Container versatility
Compact growth habit makes it perfect for small-scale container gardening.
Germination reliability
High sprouting quality ensures consistent coverage across various soil types.
Moisture tolerance
Thrives in damp conditions where other cover crops often struggle.
Soil compaction resistance
Robust root structure effectively maintains soil structure in high-traffic zones.
Establishment ease
Simple to broadcast, though requires careful seed-to-soil contact for success.
Key Specs
Type
Perennial Cover Crop
Botanical Name
Trifolium repens
Seeding Rate (Drill)
5-9 lb/acre
Seeding Rate (Broadcast)
7-14 lb/acre
Primary Function
Nitrogen-fixing
Soil Benefit
Minimizes soil compaction
Life Cycle
Perennial
Packaging Weight Options
1/2 lb and 3 lb
Features
- Fixes essential nitrogen into the soil
- Establishes excellent, long-term ground cover
- Ideal for use in small containers
- High sprouting quality and clean seed
- Improves overall soil health
- Tolerates wet growing conditions
- Minimizes soil compaction in high traffic areas
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction regarding the quality and reliability of this White Dutch Clover. A key highlight is the impressive germination rate; seeds establish a dense, healthy ground cover quickly and with minimal effort. This ease of use is valued for effectively improving soil structure and fixing nitrogen. Gardeners confirm the robust growth provides excellent value as a dependable, low maintenance solution for overall soil health.
Know before you buy
White Dutch Clover is a nitrogen-fixing plant, meaning it pulls nitrogen from the air and deposits it into the soil to naturally fertilize your garden. Its root system also helps break up dense earth, which reduces soil compaction and improves drainage over time.
Yes, this variety is well-suited for containers. Its slow-growing, perennial nature makes it an excellent living mulch for potted plants, helping to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
For best results, ensure you have good seed-to-soil contact after broadcasting or drilling. Since the seeds are small, you can lightly rake them into the top layer of soil to keep them secure and moist during the germination process.
Yes, White Dutch Clover is highly tolerant of wet growing conditions. It thrives in moist environments where other cover crops might struggle, making it a reliable choice for areas with poor drainage.
It is an excellent choice for high-traffic areas because it establishes a dense, durable ground cover that resists compaction. It holds up well to foot traffic while simultaneously protecting the soil structure beneath.
You should plant White Dutch Clover during the spring or fall. These cooler, temperate windows provide the ideal conditions for the seeds to establish their root systems before the peak heat of summer or the deep freeze of winter.
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