About
An annual with semi-erect stems to 25cm, small, vivid green, trefoil leaves and small, pale yellow, clover-like flowers in summer. It can spread into lawns where it forms a mat of interlaced thin, wiry stems.
About the genus
Trifolium are erect or creeping annuals, biennials and herbaceous perennials with trefoil leaves and small, pea-like flowers usually in clusters or short spikes
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Poorly-drained, Well-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1 year
Suggested usesGravel garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationAn annual wildflower that grows in virtually any soil, but does best in a sunny position. See clover in lawns for more information
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free