Subterranean Clovers

IH Seeds subterranean clovers: 7 lines in our range. Our subterranean clovers range has 7 lines, covering annual types. Individual lines suit areas from 300 mm up to 425 mm or more of annual rainfall. Soils range from sand to loam. Common uses are grazing, hay and silage. Suitable livestock include beef, sheep, equine and dairy.

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Subterranean

Choosing Subterranean Clovers

Our subterranean clovers range has 7 lines, covering annual types. Individual lines suit areas from 300 mm up to 425 mm or more of annual rainfall. Soils range from sand to loam. Common uses are grazing, hay and silage. Suitable livestock include beef, sheep, equine and dairy.

Type & persistency
Annual
Rainfall
300–425 mm+ annual rainfall, depending on variety
Soil range
Sand to Loam
Soil pH
pH 4.5+ (CaCl₂)
Sowing rate
6–20 kg/ha
Tolerances
Low pH (4), Frost (1), Waterlogging (1)
End use
Grazing (2), Hay (2), Silage (2)
Livestock
Beef (2), Sheep (2), Equine (1), Dairy (1)
Days to flowering
77–122 days
Hard seed level
High, Moderate

Compare subterranean clovers at a glance

Subterranean Clovers: key differences between lines
ProductPersistencyDays to floweringHard seedMin rainfall
Dalkeith Subterranean Clover—96High325 mm+
Izmir Subterranean Clover—78High350 mm+
Leura Subterranean CloverAnnual———
Nungarin Subterranean CloverAnnual77High300 mm+
Riverina Subterranean Clover—122Moderate425 mm+
Seaton Park Subterranean CloverAnnual108Moderate425 mm+
Urana Subterranean Clover—105High400 mm+

2026 Pasture Seed Guide

Every line in this category, with sowing rates and regional notes.

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