Hi, thanks for taking the time to address my question. I am considering planting white clover on a slope, upon which I currently have a variety of wildflowers (standard bee, hummingbird, butterfly mixes). There are some bare spots on the hill that I would like to fill in with something reliable, but am also concerned about planting something that would choke out the surrounding flowers. Is white clover a good solution? My original intent was to plant something evergreen (zone 7, Salt Lake City, UT) and if you have any other recommendations I would love to hear it.
Here are some tips about growing clover:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lawn-substitutes/white-clover/grow-a-white-clover-lawn.htm
Here are more ideas:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/slope-hill/plants-that-grow-on-slopes.htm
In July the clover look really good there was some grass and I had a Lotta rain and hot weather in mid august it was dead and wilted down
Unfortunately, there are many illnesses that can plague clover. Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. I am unable to see the damage.
There are a few that do prefer the heat and rainy season. I suspect Anthracnose, but cannot confirm.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/anthracnose-disease.htm
We have seeded & reseeded after following all directions on packaging from Outside Pride. We put up a temporary fence to keep dogs off, watered regularly and barley gotten the clover growth we expected from the amount of seed we spread. Could it be birds ate it?
When you say "watered regularly," does that mean every couple of days to keep the ground moist, which is what the seedlings need.
Birds may have gotten the seed if it wasn't raked in or covered lightly.
I suggest calling the company and letting them know your experience. They will likely make some concessions.
I have clover taking over my entire yard. How can I get rid of it?
Here's a helpful article: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/weeds/getting-rid-white-clover.htm
I am in central Florida, Tampa Bay. How much seeds would I need? What’s a good time to seed?
Microclover doesn't tend to like extended periods of heat and high humidity. It may be a little too much for the plant in your area, unfortunately.
If you choose to reseed, continuously, then you will want to use about 2 lbs per 1000 square feet of yard.
This article will offer more information on microclover:
I am now seeing patches of dirt that previously had heavy clover growth. Perculation test shows excessive soil drainage. ph is around 6.0. I did apply some granulated lime prior to seeding. seeded with a broadcast spreader on the surface. (no roto tilling)Hard to find any expert advice.I contacted the company I purchased the seed from but I can get them to respond. I really need help. Any ideas would be appreciated.
Adding coco coir and worm casting to these bare spots and reseeding will, likely, solve the issue. This will help these areas to maintain a, more constant, supply of moisture while the clover establishes.
This article will offer more information on how to get the soil to hold more moisture in those areas:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-dries-too-fast.htm
I have an orchard of apples and pears. im considering planting micro clover to cover the area but i often plan vegetables or oats in the same area. Could i.... use and edger to cut a slice in a micro clover 'area' and then plant oats, or corn or other crop which is typically taller than the clover? would it grow before the clover 'drowns' it out covering over the 'cut?'
I think that this could be feasible. It would be better to start from plugs, but direct seeding may work in this case.
So starts, but not direct seeding? correct?