Overview
Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Trifolium, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is native to Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Fabaceae family. This ruddy clover cultivar reaches a height and spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres over two to five years. It has deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring east, west, or south-facing aspects in sheltered locations. Suitable for a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, it prefers moist but well-drained conditions and can tolerate acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. It is native to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and is of interest during the summer season.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Trifolium
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Native to
- Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers'?
Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' need?
Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' grow?
Trifolium rubens 'Frosty Feathers' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
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