★ Self-Reseeding Annual Clover
Best Balansa Clover Seed: The Self-Reseeding Annual Clover for Wet Fields and Waterlogged Soils
Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Balansa Clover
by Wicked Tuff Turf — Littleton, New Hampshire
Balansa Clover
Trifolium michelianum
"The self-renewing clover. Balansa produces so much hard seed that once established, it returns year after year without reseeding — functioning like a perennial through self-sowing biology."
First emergence: 5-7
Establishment
Zones 5-9 (winter annual in zones 7+; spring annual in zones 5-6)
Hardiness Range
Very Low
Maintenance
Legume
Category
Self-Reseeding
Waterlogging Tolerant
80-150 lbs Free Nitrogen
Fast Germination
Wide pH Tolerance
Fall or Spring Planting
Plant Once, Harvest Years
Trusted by 20,000+ Growers
| Species | Balansa Clover (Trifolium michelianum) |
| Growth Habit | Annual. Prostrate to semi-erect. Self-reseeding—produces abundant hard seed that germinates the following season. Hollow |
| Root Depth | 2-4 inches (taproot with lateral branching) |
| Establishment | First emergence: 5-7 days. Flowering: 60-90 days from germination. Seed set: 90-120 days. Dies after seed maturation. Se |
| Hardiness Zones | 5-9 (winter annual in zones 7+; spring annual in zones 5-6) |
| Maintenance | Very Low |
| Category | Legume |
| Available Sizes | 1 lb | 5 lb | 10 lb | 25 lb |
What We Love
- Self-reseeds — returns year after year without replanting
- Best waterlogging tolerance of any clover
- 80-150 lbs free nitrogen per acre
- Fast 5-10 day germination
- Wide pH tolerance (5.5-7.5)
Worth Noting
- Annual — dies after seed set each year
- Less cold-hardy than perennial clovers for fall planting in zones 3-4
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Available in 1 lb | 5 lb | 10 lb | 25 lb
The Competition
Fixation Balansa
by Outsidepride
99%/90%, Inoculated
Purity / Germ
Sizes5, 50 lb
Price$199.99
Fixation Balansa
by Welter Seed
Coated/Inoculated
Purity / Germ
Sizes50 lb
Price$185.00
Balansa Clover
by Hancock Seed
98%/85%, Inoculated
Purity / Germ
Sizes10, 50 lb
Price$159.00
Fixation Balansa
by Deer Creek Seed
99%/90%, Coated
Purity / Germ
Sizes5 lb
Price$29.99
Imperial Clover
by Whitetail Inst.
Mix, Inoculated
Purity / Germ
Sizes4 lb
Price$45.99
Plot Starter
by Real World
Mix, Inoculated
Purity / Germ
Sizes10 lb
Price$39.99
Yellow Jacket Balansa
by Barenbrug
99%/90%, Coated
Purity / Germ
Sizes50 lb
Price$215.00
Balansa Clover
by Mountain View
98%/85%, Raw
Purity / Germ
Sizes50 lb
Price$165.00
Soil Builder
by Real World
Mix, Inoculated
Purity / Germ
Sizes10 lb
Price$45.00
Balansa Clover
by DLF Pickseed
99%/90%, Raw
Purity / Germ
Sizes50 lb
Price$175.00
| Feature | Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Balansa Clover | Fixation Balansa | Fixation Balansa | Balansa Clover | Fixation Balansa | Imperial Clover | Plot Starter | Yellow Jacket Balansa | Balansa Clover | Soil Builder | Balansa Clover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purity / Germ | 99%/90%, Inoculated | Coated/Inoculated | 98%/85%, Inoculated | 99%/90%, Coated | Mix, Inoculated | Mix, Inoculated | 99%/90%, Coated | 98%/85%, Raw | Mix, Inoculated | 99%/90%, Raw | |
| Sizes | 1 lb | 5 lb | 10 lb | 25 lb | 5, 50 lb | 50 lb | 10, 50 lb | 5 lb | 4 lb | 10 lb | 50 lb | 50 lb | 10 lb | 50 lb |
| Price | $199.99 | $185.00 | $159.00 | $29.99 | $45.99 | $39.99 | $215.00 | $165.00 | $45.00 | $175.00 | |
| Brand | Old Cobblers Farm | Outsidepride | Welter Seed | Hancock Seed | Deer Creek Seed | Whitetail Inst. | Real World | Barenbrug | Mountain View | Real World | DLF Pickseed |
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long does it take for the seed to germinate?
Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days under optimal conditions with consistent moisture and temperatures between 60-75°F.
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What is the best time of year to plant this grass seed?
The ideal planting times are early fall (late August to mid-October) or spring (mid-April to early June) when soil temperatures are favorable for germination.
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What do the numbers on the seed tag mean?
The seed tag shows purity percentage (amount of pure seed), germination rate (percentage that will sprout), weed seed content, and other crop or inert matter. Higher purity and germination percentages indicate better quality seed.
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What is the recommended seeding rate per 1,000 square feet?
For new lawns, apply 3-4 pounds per 1,000 square feet. For overseeding existing lawns, use 2-3 pounds per 1,000 square feet.
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Is it better to use a single species or a seed mix?
A single species like Kentucky Bluegrass provides uniformity in color and texture, while a mix offers better disease resistance and adaptability to varying conditions. Your choice depends on your priorities for appearance versus resilience.
