
Brown clover
Trifolium badium
Brown clover is a compact alpine perennial that performs best in cool, moist conditions with good sunlight. It is excellent for naturalizing in meadows or rock gardens and benefits from consistent moisture during the growing season. This nitrogen-fixing legume also improves soil health, making it a great companion plant.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 120″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
8″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Consistently To Keep Soil Moist, Especially During Dry Spells
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 7, 2022 by Claudio Lombardo (cc-by-sa)
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