alsike
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of alsike
C19: named after Alsike, Sweden
Example Sentences
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When in full bloom, a field of alsike clover is a very beautiful sight.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Thomas Shaw
Much of the province of Ontario has very high adaptation to the growth of alsike clover, and in several counties of that province large quantities are grown, not only for hay, but also for seed.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Thomas Shaw
Soils.—The most suitable soil for alsike clover is a moist clay loam, not too friable nor too dense, and moist and deep.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Thomas Shaw
Timothy and red-top should be seeded with it, and in the spring red and alsike clover should be added.
From Crops and Methods for Soil Improvement by Alva Agee
More especially should this be the aim if the alsike is sown to produce hay.
From Clovers and How to Grow Them by Thomas Shaw
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