About
A herbaceous, rhizomatous perennial to 35cm tall, with leaves composed of 3 fresh green leaflets. Throughout summer it produces conical flowerpsikes, each closely arranged with numerous tubular, soft pink flowers. Good for cutting and the flowers are also a good nectar source for bees.
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 pHAcid, Alkaline
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any poor to moderately fertile soil in sun or partial shade
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed or division
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free