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Clover Microgreens — Microgreens

8-12days to harvest

3-7days to germinate

Z3–10USDA zones

Easy to Moderatedifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Soak seeds 4-8 hours, sow densely on growing medium, keep in darkness 2-3 days until germination.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Moderate — regular watering
Soil: Soilless growing medium or organic potting mix
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: Dense planting, 1-2 seeds per square inch
Height: 4-6 inches
Season: Perennial

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright green leaves with pale green stems
Size: 8"
Shape: Characteristic three-leaflet clover shape
Flavour: Sweet, mild, pea-like flavor with tender, succulent texture

In the kitchen

Salads, garnishes, sandwiches, smoothies, microgreen mixes, herbal preparations

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids occasionally, spider mites in dry conditions
Diseases: Root rot from overwatering, powdery mildew in humid conditions
Resistance: Generally resistant to most diseases, hardy legume

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	January – December	—	—	January – December
2	January – December	—	—	January – December
3	January – December	—	—	January – December
4	January – December	—	—	January – December
5	January – December	—	—	January – December
6	January – December	—	—	January – December
7	January – December	—	—	January – December
8	January – December	—	—	January – December
9	January – December	—	—	January – December
10	January – December	—	—	January – December
11	January – December	—	—	January – December
12	January – December	—	—	January – December
13	January – December	—	—	January – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

LettuceShares similar growing conditions and harvest timing, no competition for space

Radish MicrogreensNatural pest deterrent properties protect clover from fungal issues

Arugula MicrogreensCompatible growth rates and complementary nutrient profiles

Broccoli MicrogreensSimilar water and light requirements, good companion crop rotation

Pea ShootsBoth legumes that can share beneficial soil bacteria and growing conditions

Spinach MicrogreensNon-competitive root systems and similar environmental needs

Kale MicrogreensComplementary growth habits and shared resistance to cool temperatures

ChivesNatural antifungal properties help prevent damping-off disease in microgreens

Avoid

Sunflower MicrogreensAllelopathic compounds inhibit germination and growth of clover

Buckwheat MicrogreensRapid growth can overshadow and outcompete slower-growing clover

Mustard MicrogreensStrong allelopathic effects can suppress clover seed germination

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 69
Protein (g): 1.5
Fat (g): 0.1
Carbohydrate (g): 17.6
Fibre (g): 5.3
Sugars (g): 8.55
Vitamin A (µg): 5
Vitamin C (mg): 54.1
Calcium (mg): 8
Iron (mg): 1.61
Magnesium (mg): 24
Phosphorus (mg): 47
Potassium (mg): 304
Zinc (mg): 0.31

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the microgreens growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Clover Microgreens?

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