About
A mat-forming, creeping perennial which can become invasive. Foliage usually comprises three deep maroon-red leaflets marked with green at the base and clusters of small, light pink flowers are held on short stalks from spring into summer.
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, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, North-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildflower meadow
Care notes
CultivationGrows best in well-drained, limy soil conditions in full sun or partial shade
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by division
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to pea and bean weevil
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free