Trifolium repens

White Clover

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Common Name: 

White Clover

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

30 cm

Maximum width: 

60 cm

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Description

Trifolium repens, the white clover (also known as Dutch clover), is a species of clover native to Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. It has been widely introduced worldwide as a pasture crop, and is now also common in most grassy areas of North America and New Zealand.

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Blooming

Blooms small, pea-like flowers in spring or summer in colors such as white, deep red, yellow, and pink. Flowers attract bees.

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Growth

Annuals, biennials, and herbaceous perennials. Clovers do well in full sun or partial shade. Trifolium is extremely invasive and will out compete other desirable species. Clovers are aggressive growers. Clovers that are less weedy work well in a border or wildflower garden.

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Planting

Propagate from the seed in spring. Sow in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate by division in spring, or by replanting rooted stems.

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Pest

Trifolium is susceptible to fungal spots, viruses, powdery mildew, stem canker, rust, anthracnose, and sooty leaf blotch.

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Interesting facts

Trifolium is found across the globe except in Australia. Although it is a weed, Trifolium is often used in grass-seed mixtures.

White Clover (Trifolium repens) - Soil and irrigation

Clovers should be well watered until they are established. Does best in neutral soil that is well-draining yet kept moist.

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