Characteristics:
- Combines well with medics and subterranean clover mixtures,
- Although there is not much growth during the winter, spring production is good and something to witness.
- Production of 8 DM/ha is obtainable.
- Set stocking is advised.
- Weed control is important especially when established.
- Balansa clover seed is hard coated and this enables the plant to reestablish itself the following year.
CROP/SPECIE | CULTIVARS *PBR # EXCL |
SEEDING KG/HA |
RAINFALL MM/YEAR |
SUITED REGIONS |
PLANTING MONTHS |
SOIL |
Balansa Clover |
|
2-4 | 350+ | W Cape, S Cape and E Cape |
Apr-May | Widely adapted to most soil types. Can also handle sandy soils and wet soils. |