Species: Berseem clover (Trifolium alexandrinum L.) Cultivars: Bigbee Origin: Mediterranean region Use: Grazing, pasture

Description: General:Life Span: 2-3 feet tall, erect growth. Very similar to arrowleaf clover, watermark not as prevalent. Annual Adaptation: pH: Soil:Temperature: Drainage: 6.0-8.0 Loam, clay loam, good tolerance to poor drainage, river bottoms. Lacks cold tolerance; (not adapted to north Texas). Tolerates temporary flooding (4-5 days). Management: Seeding Rate: Planting Date: Planting Depth: Seed Cost: Season of Use: Production: 10-15 lb PLS/A September-November <0.25 inch $17.50-20.00/A March-June 3000-5000 lb/A Notes: Very low bloat potential. Low percentage of hard seed (poor reseeder). Excellent seedling vigor. Early forage production. Inoculate with Rhizobia bacteria specific to berseem clover (Type R). Used as a green manure crop in mid-west.