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Alyceclover is a summer legume that
can provides approximately 15% protein. When Alyce is used as a grazing crop
it should be inoculated with inoculants at planting to improve
growth.
Alyceclover is an annual clover
which can be planted with other
legumes such as cowpeas or perennials. It is very attractive
to deer and is one
of the most popular clovers used in plantings for wildlife. Plant at the rate of 15
to 20 lb. per acre in the early spring when danger of frost is
over. The clover seeds are very small and must not be planted over 1/4
inch deep. The best planting method for wildlife plots is to lightly drag
over the area just to lightly cover the seed.
Planting:
May-July, Reseed annually. Plant 15-20 lbs. per acre
1/4 to no deeper than 1 inch depth.
Roll or culti-pack for best results.
Use: For forage use and wildlife
plantings for deer, turkeys and rabbits
Maintenence: Lime soils to pH of 6.2.
Fertilize with 60 lbs. of phosphate and potash per acre. N is
not required. You should lime every 2-3 years to maintain pH.
Mow or graze to control weeds once establishment starts. Allow
plants to seed out to re-seed in spring with light harrowing to
improve germination. As stands decrease you may need to apply
additional seeds for reseeding.
Adaptation: Grows 12-24 inches in
height. Is a warm season tropical annual plant. Slow to
establish does well on most sites. Good choice for coastal
areas with high amounts of summer rainfall. Plant on moderate
to well-drained soils in the Southeast.
Preparation: Multiple plowings to reduce weed competition helps
establishment chances. Weeds and grasses will NOT allow
germination to occur.
Best For:
Deer, Turkey, Rabbit, and Quail
More information on Alsike clover can be found at the following site:
Alsike clover (FIS)
Alyce clover was introduced from southern Asia
and is well adapted to the South. It is used for hay, pasture and
cover crop in the Southeastern US states. Alyceis a low spreading, branchy and
leafy plant. It can grow to 3 feet
in height and make a very thick stand. Cattle will usually graze Alyce clover either green or
when dry.
Alyce is a summer annual and produces mature seeds in
the fall (October). If cut early for hay, a
second growth will usually produce a seed crop. Hay should be cut in early bloom
and raked as
soon as it dries. Alyce tends to dry easily and can usually be baled the day following
cutting. Alyce clover prefers sandy loams, but has perform well on improved
soils, except for very light or wet soils. Use 200 to 400 pounds of
super-phosphate fertilizers on poor soils. It is not generally responsive to lime.
It can also be planted in 24 to 30 inch rows and cultivated when weeds are a
problem (Usually cultivate twice). Planted seeds should be inoculated.
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