California lucerne
Melilotus indicus
California lucerne is a hardy clover-relative that adapts to a wide range of soils and light conditions, from full sun to partial shade. It is commonly found in disturbed areas and roadsides and requires very little care once established. This plant is valued as a green manure and pollinator forage plant but should be monitored as it can self-seed prolifically.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 120″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately; Plant Tolerates Dry Spells Once Established
Soil pH
6.5 – 7
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 May 15, 2018 by Fejul Xeto (cc-by-sa)
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