GERMINATION TEST FOR CLOVER 



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At the end of four days count and record the number of 

 seeds that have sprouted. Remove all of the sprouted seed 

 so that they will not interfere with the subsequent countings. 

 Examine and count the sprouted seeds every other day for 

 eight days. 



The table below may be used to record the results of the 

 germination tests of alfalfa and grass seeds. 



Discussion : Many samples of clover and grass seeds are 

 low in vitality. It is essential, therefore, that a germina- 

 tion test be made before the seed is planted. Before pur- 

 chasing, it is wise to secure samples and test them for 

 vitality and for purity. A poor stand of clover or grass 

 frequently results from the purchase of seed of low vitality 



