Cultivation

Irrigation of Egyptian Clover

Trifolium alexandrinum L.

A critical agronomic factor for Egyptian clover, ensuring high green mass yields under multi-cut management. The irrigation regime directly affects the regrowth rate of the sward and the nutritional value of the crop.

In the reference 7 varieties crop Egyptian clover, where this is mentioned in the description.

To obtain uniform emergence of Egyptian clover, the first irrigation is applied early: 3–5 days after sowing on light soils or 6–8 days on heavy soils. During the growing season, the interval between irrigations is 8–10 days in summer and 10–15 days in winter. The crop is capable of tolerating temporary waterlogging and grows successfully with a high water table.

The specifics of Berseem irrigation are determined by its multi-cut nature, where regular irrigation after each of the 6–8 cuts supports vigorous plant regrowth. The crop's root system is less deep compared to other clover species, so it is highly dependent on the moisture content of the topsoil and requires systematic irrigation cycles in the absence of precipitation.

General information about the subject — on the page Irrigation.

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Varieties of Egyptian clover mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.