Want a green lawn that also benefits the bees?

Bet you didn’t think we’d have snow on the first day of spring!

That last gasp of winter might feel like a setback, but for savvy gardeners and eco-conscious lawn enthusiasts, it's an opportunity. It’s time to frost seed those clover seeds!

What is Frost Seeding?

Frost seeding is one of nature’s most effortless and economical ways to improve your lawn. As winter loosens its grip and early spring brings cycles of freezing and thawing, the soil shifts and cracks, creating the perfect opportunity for tiny seeds to settle in and make a home. By broadcasting clover seeds over melting snow or frost-covered ground, you’re letting nature do the work of incorporating the seeds into the soil. No tilling, no fuss—just results.

Why White Clover? The Lawn’s Best-Kept Secret

Want a lush, green lawn without all the chemicals? Let us introduce you to our friend, white clover! This little powerhouse has been unfairly pushed aside in the era of broadleaf herbicides, but it’s time for a comeback. Here’s why:

• It Stays Green, No Matter What – Dog owners, rejoice! White clover stays green even in the face of pet urine, where traditional grass might wither into yellow patches. Plus, it’s drought-tolerant, meaning your lawn stays lush even in the heat of summer.

• It’s Nature’s Fertilizer – Most plants struggle to access nitrogen, a critical component for growth. But white clover? It’s a nitrogen-fixing plant, meaning it takes nitrogen from the air and moves it into the soil, naturally fertilizing your lawn and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.

• It Supports Pollinators – At The Hive, we’re all about the win-win-win, and white clover is just that. Those delicate white puffballs bloom low to the ground and persist even after mowing, providing a continuous food source for bees throughout the summer. A lawn that feeds pollinators is a lawn that gives back!

• It Used to Be a Lawn Staple – Did you know white clover was once a standard ingredient in all grass seed mixes? It was valued for its resilience and ability to keep neighboring grass healthy. But broadleaf herbicides, which don’t discriminate between weeds and beneficial plants, wiped out clover from modern lawns. Now, it’s time to bring it back.

  
  

The Easy and Affordable Way to Seed

One of the best parts about adding clover to your lawn? Frost seeding makes it almost effortless. As the snow melts and the ground shifts, seeds naturally work their way into the soil, giving them the best chance at germination. This method mimics how nature has been spreading seeds for millennia—no need for complicated equipment or labor-intensive prep work. Just scatter the seeds and let the season do the rest!

So, as you glance out the window at that unexpected March snowfall, see it for what it is: an opportunity. Grab a handful of white clover seeds, step outside, and start planting a greener, healthier, and more bee-friendly future—one snowflake at a time.