alsike
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of alsike
C19: named after Alsike, Sweden
Example Sentences
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It is believed by many that alfalfa if exposed to very low temperatures will perish and that it cannot stand as much winter exposure as medium red or alsike clover.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Shaw, Thomas
If alsike clover is added, the seed of the mammoth may be reduced by one pound, and the same amount of alsike added to the mixture.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Shaw, Thomas
Most legumes like lime, and alsike clover is not an exception, but is far more acid-resistant than the red.
From Right Use of Lime in Soil Improvement by Agee, Alva
In some sections, such legumes as red, alsike, crimson and white clovers have been grown for many years and the bacteria for these plants are well distributed.
From A Living from the Land by Duryee, William B.
The alsike, living longer, is lower in its adaptation, and alfalfa, because of its long life, stands lowest in this respect.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Shaw, Thomas
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