Clover is a versatile groundcover and lawn alternative that creates a lush green carpet while improving soil health. With its ability to fix nitrogen, clover enriches the soil naturally and reduces the need for fertilizers. It is drought tolerant, low maintenance, and attracts pollinators with its small but nectar-rich flowers. Perfect for lawns, pathways, pastures, and garden groundcovers, clover provides a durable and eco-friendly solution for both ornamental and practical landscaping.
Seed Information
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Type: Grass & Groundcover Seeds
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Common Name: Clover
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Genus: Trifolium
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Life Cycle: Perennial (some annual varieties)
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Features: Nitrogen-fixing, soil improving, low maintenance, drought tolerant, pollinator friendly
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Season of Interest: Spring through fall
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Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
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Watering: Light to moderate, drought tolerant once established
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Climate: Temperate, Humid Subtropical, Mediterranean
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Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading mat 4–8 inches tall
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Soil Type: Adaptable, best in well-draining soil
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Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
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Planting Time: Spring or fall
Grow Instructions
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When to Plant: Sow directly outdoors in spring or early fall
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Soil: Well-draining soil, tolerates a wide range of conditions
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Watering: Water lightly during establishment; drought tolerant once mature
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Spacing: Broadcast evenly across desired area, lightly rake into soil
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Germination: 7–14 days at 60–70°F (15–21°C)
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Bloom Season: Late spring through summer
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Tips: Mow occasionally to maintain low growth; overseed annually for thicker coverage; mix with grass for resilient lawns