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i live in Oakland,Oregon. I broadcasted by hand the red crimson clover onto the top soil towards the late fall 2025. Now the clover is very full. Wha...
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Asked March 04, 2026, 11:54 AM EST
i live in Oakland,Oregon. I broadcasted by hand the red crimson clover onto the top soil towards the late fall 2025. Now the clover is very full. What do i do to get ready for this years garden ? do i pull ou by the roots the clover ( it pulls out very easy ) do I cut it back to the ground ? do I cover the crop then till into the soil ? Thank you.
Douglas County Oregon
Expert Response
To manage a red clover, cover crop, cut or mow it down when it begins to flower in spring—but before it sets seed—using string trimmers, shears, or a mower. Incorporate the residue into the top 2-4 inches of soil or leave it on top as green manure mulch. Wait 2-3 weeks for it to decompose before planting vegetables.
ok. thank you for the follow-up advice i will follow. Curtis
Curtis Dudley, HAS
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