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Red clover

Red clover

Red clover plants are larger than white clover and have large crimson flowers. The long florets make it difficult for honeybees to reach into the base, so bumblebees are needed for effective pollination.

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Photograph by Deric Charlton

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Deric Charlton. 'Pastures', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/pastures/7/4