{"id":33923,"date":"2024-11-03T04:55:52","date_gmt":"2024-11-03T04:55:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=33923"},"modified":"2024-11-21T20:27:55","modified_gmt":"2024-11-21T20:27:55","slug":"when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/","title":{"rendered":"When to Plant Clover in Wisconsin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best times to <strong>plant clover in Wisconsin<\/strong> are <strong>in<\/strong> <strong>spring or late summer to early fall<\/strong>. These times offer the best conditions for clover to grow strong and healthy.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s dive into why these seasons work best and how you can get your clover lawn off to a great start.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-0cda53a6-a528-4011-9c7b-952647563f55\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#0-best-time-to-plant-clover-in-wisconsin\" style=\"\">Best time to plant clover in Wisconsin<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#1-spring-april-to-may\" style=\"\">Spring (April to May)<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#2-late-summer-to-early-fall-august-to-september\" style=\"\">Late summer to early fall (August to September)<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#3-dormant-seeding-november\" style=\"\">Dormant seeding (November)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#4-how-to-plant-a-clover-lawn-in-wisconsin\" style=\"\">How to plant a clover lawn in Wisconsin<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#5-more-lawn-care-resources-for-wisconsin\" style=\"\">More lawn care resources for Wisconsin<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-plant-clover-wisconsin\/#6-faq-about-clover\" style=\"\">FAQ about clover<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-best-time-to-plant-clover-in-wisconsin\"><span id=\"best-time-to-plant-clover-in-wisconsin\">Best time to plant clover in Wisconsin<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clover-in-lawn.jpg\" alt=\"clover grown in a lawn\" class=\"wp-image-23379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clover-in-lawn.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clover-in-lawn-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clover-in-lawn-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clover-in-lawn-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/clover-in-lawn-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pxhere.com\/en\/photo\/484584\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pxhere<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planting clover at the right time helps your lawn thrive with natural fertilization and drought tolerance. In Wisconsin, timing is key due to our state\u2019s cold winters and warm summers.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re unsure if clover is right for you, check out \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/clover-lawn-wisconsin\/\">Should You Plant a Clover Lawn in Wisconsin?<\/a>\u201d for more details.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-spring-april-to-may\"><span id=\"spring-april-to-may\">Spring (April to May)<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best time to plant clover is in <strong>spring, between<\/strong> <strong>April and mid-May<\/strong>. The weather is warming up and the soil is still full of moisture from the snow and rain. This helps the clover seeds settle in and start growing before the hot summer days.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-late-summer-to-early-fall-august-to-september\"><span id=\"late-summer-to-early-fall-august-to-september\">Late summer to early fall (August to September)<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you miss spring, don\u2019t worry \u2014 <strong>late summer to early fall (around August to September<\/strong>) is another great time to plant. Just make sure the area is well-irrigated and that there are at least <strong>six weeks of growing season left<\/strong> before the first frost. This gives the clover enough time to establish itself before winter arrives.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-dormant-seeding-november\"><span id=\"dormant-seeding-november\">Dormant seeding (November)<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those who miss both windows, try dormant seeding in<strong> late fall<\/strong>. Plant the seeds when the <strong>soil temp drops below 40 F <\/strong>but before the ground freezes \u2014 typically around the first to second week of November in Wisconsin. At this temp, seeds won\u2019t germinate until spring, giving them the best chance to sprout without competition from weeds.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-how-to-plant-a-clover-lawn-in-wisconsin\"><span id=\"how-to-plant-a-clover-lawn-in-wisconsin\">How to plant a clover lawn in Wisconsin<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2147679005_ae9b641168_c-1.jpg\" alt=\"Clover with grass in a lawn\" class=\"wp-image-31806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2147679005_ae9b641168_c-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2147679005_ae9b641168_c-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2147679005_ae9b641168_c-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2147679005_ae9b641168_c-1-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/2147679005_ae9b641168_c-1-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/matthewholderfield\/2147679005\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">matthewholderfield<\/a> | Flickr | <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planting a clover lawn in Wisconsin is relatively easy, but it\u2019s important to get the timing and conditions right for the best results.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Prepare the soil: <\/strong>Mow your lawn down to about 1 inch or aerate to loosen up the soil. This gives the clover seeds a better chance to take root.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Spread the seeds: <\/strong>&nbsp;For every 1,000 square feet of lawn, spread about 1.5 ounces of clover seeds for a clover-only lawn. Make sure they\u2019re planted 1\/8 to 1\/4 inch deep. If you\u2019re mixing clover with grass, aim for clover to make up 25% of the mix, which means spreading about 0.38 ounces of clover seeds per 1,000 square feet.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Water regularly: <\/strong>Water the area several times a day for the first few weeks to help the seeds germinate. Once established, clover is drought-tolerant and will need less water.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Mowing: <\/strong>Keep your clover lawn mowed to around 4 inches to maintain its neat appearance. If you want to reduce bee activity, mow before the clover starts flowering.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-more-lawn-care-resources-for-wisconsin\"><span id=\"more-lawn-care-resources-for-wisconsin\">More lawn care resources for Wisconsin<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/20240716_112215.jpg\" alt=\"green space with white clover and shade from trees\" class=\"wp-image-26652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/20240716_112215.jpg 800w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/20240716_112215-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/20240716_112215-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/20240716_112215-510x382.jpg 510w, https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/20240716_112215-610x458.jpg 610w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Amy Stenglein | Lawn Love<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more lawn care tips for your Wisconsin yard, explore these helpful resources to get started on maintaining a healthy, beautiful lawn.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lawn care:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-plant-grass-seed-wisconsin\/\">The Best Time to Plant Grass Seed in Wisconsin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-dethatch-lawn-wisconsin\/\">The Best Time to Dethatch Your Lawn in Wisconsin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-does-grass-stop-growing-wisconsin\/\">When Does Grass Stop Growing in Wisconsin?<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wisconsin-lawn-care-calendar\/\">Month-to-Month Wisconsin Lawn Care Calendar<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/ornamental-grasses-wisconsin\/\">The Best Ornamental Grasses for Wisconsin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/ground-cover-plants-wisconsin\/\">The Best Ground Cover Plants for Wisconsin<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weeds and pests:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-apply-weed-and-feed-wisconsin\/\">When to Apply Weed and Feed in Wisconsin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-apply-crabgrass-preventer-wisconsin\/\">When to Apply Crabgrass Preventer in Wisconsin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/when-to-apply-grub-control-wisconsin\/\">When to Apply Grub Control in Wisconsin<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-weed-and-feed-wisconsin\/\">The Best Weed and Feed for Wisconsin Lawns<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-faq-about-clover\"><span id=\"faq-about-clover\">FAQ about clover<\/span><\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-is-clover-a-good-replacement-for-traditional-turfgrass\"><span id=\"is-clover-a-good-replacement-for-traditional-turfgrass\">Is clover a good replacement for traditional turfgrass?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clover is an excellent alternative to grass, thanks to its drought tolerance, minimal fertilizer needs, and nitrogen-fixing ability. You can also mix it with grasses like Kentucky bluegrass to create a fuller, more durable lawn.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re also considering grass, take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-wisconsin\/\">best grass seed for Wisconsin lawns<\/a> to find the perfect match for your yard.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-do-i-need-to-aerate-the-lawn-before-planting-clover\"><span id=\"do-i-need-to-aerate-the-lawn-before-planting-clover\">Do I need to aerate the lawn before planting clover?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aerating your lawn before planting clover improves soil health and boosts seed germination by allowing more water, air, and nutrients to reach the roots. To learn more about the benefits and best practices for aeration, read: \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-time-aerate-lawn-wisconsin\/\">The Best Time to Aerate Your Lawn in Wisconsin<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-can-clover-help-reduce-weeds-in-my-lawn\"><span id=\"can-clover-help-reduce-weeds-in-my-lawn\">Can clover help reduce weeds in my lawn?<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, clover can help reduce the spread of weeds by crowding out unwanted plants and filling in bare spots. While it\u2019s not a complete weed control solution, clover does compete well with many weeds.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For tips on handling common weeds in your yard, check out \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/common-weeds-wisconsin\/\">The Most Common Weeds in Wisconsin<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-get-help-from-lawn-pros\"><span id=\"get-help-from-lawn-pros\">Get help from lawn pros<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking to plant clover but unsure where to start? A <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/wisconsin\">local lawn care pro<\/a> can help you establish a clover lawn in Wisconsin and ensure it grows strong and healthy. Contact a pro today to get expert guidance and save yourself time and effort.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-1f886962-32da-4ad0-808d-5e5db4cc026e\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; border-top-left-radius: 8px; border-top-right-radius: 8px; border-bottom-left-radius: 8px; border-bottom-right-radius: 8px; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-d98ca0fe-04a9-4f1d-893c-23dadad0befa\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-1f886962-32da-4ad0-808d-5e5db4cc026e\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-1f886962-32da-4ad0-808d-5e5db4cc026e\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Sources:<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-1f886962-32da-4ad0-808d-5e5db4cc026e\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/gardening\/2023\/02\/14\/is-white-clover-suitable-for-lawns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Maine Cooperative Extension<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umn.edu\/weeds\/dutch-white-clover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Minnesota Extension: Dutch white clover<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/hort.extension.wisc.edu\/files\/2024\/02\/Handout-Flowering-bee-lawn-toolkit.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Wisconsin-Madison: Flowering Bee Lawns<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/livingcollection.botany.wisc.edu\/home-2\/botany-garden\/organic-lawn-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Wisconsin-Madison: Organic Lawn Care<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/factsheet\/pdf\/fs_trre3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USDA Plant Fact Sheet<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/plants.usda.gov\/DocumentLibrary\/plantguide\/pdf\/pg_trre3.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USDA Plant Guide<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/stevepj2009\/5624198191\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">steve p2008<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Plant clover in Wisconsin in early spring or late summer to early fall for the best results. Discover tips for timing and how to plant a lush clover lawn. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":107,"featured_media":33929,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[177],"tags":[968],"class_list":["post-33923","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-wisconsin","tag-lawn-care-wi"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Clover-closeup-1.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Rela Catucod","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/rela-catucod\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33923","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/107"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=33923"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/33923\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/33929"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=33923"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=33923"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=33923"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}