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Leo Birdsfoot Trefoil

Ferocious Winterhardiness and Forage Yield

 

  • Superior winterhardiness bred for the Canadian climate
  • Improved spring vigour and strong root development
  • High flood tolerance
  • Bloat free legume

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Characteristics
Variety Leo Birdsfoot Trefoil
Use Pasture
Root Habit Tap Root with Branches
Plant Type Low Growing
Preferred Growing Conditions Adapted to area with higher moisture
Production Period Spring – Fall
Key Features
  • Good winterhardiness
  • High flood tolerance
  • Bloat free legume
Limitations
  • Difficult to establish
Approx. Seeds/lb 370,000
Seed Rating lb/acre 8-15

 

 

Environmental Tolerances
Winter Hardiness Moderate to Good
Drought Tolerance Moderate
Flooding Tolerance High
Optimum PH 6.2 – 6.5
Acidity Tolerance Moderate to High
Alkalinity Tolerance Moderate
Salinity Tolerance Low to Moderate
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