Organic Summer Silage Ley with 30% Egyptian Clover, 30% Persian Clover and 40% Westerwolds Ryegrass

• Grows very fast and gives a high yield of protein rich fodder in a very short time
• Because of the high percentage of clover this mix is very suitable as a greenmanure
• Using both Persian Clover and Egyptian Clover increases the diversity and resilience of the mix
• Suited for normal to heavy soils
• 100% Organic

Egyptian Clover (Trifolium alexandrinum)

Egyptian Clover, or Berseem Clover, is a quick growing summer crop that produces a lot of growth when plenty of moisture and some warmth is present. As such, it is highly productive in a typical Irish summer and is often used with an annual ryegrass for silage and hay production. This fast growing combination also makes an excellent catch crop. It has a high growing point so is not suitable for grazing unless you want to get rid of it

Persian Clover (Trifolium resupinatum)

Persian Clover is also an annual clover which is adapted to a range of soils from clay loams to heavy clay soils and tolerates poor drainage. It can grow on a wide range of soils but does better on fertile heavy moist clays. Is also tolerant of salinity and withstands some waterlogging conditions. For a one year ley Persian clover is a very good option and will be more productive than red clover for a short term nitrogen boost.