Common bird's-foot trefoil
Lotus corniculatus
Bird's-foot trefoil is a hardy legume that fixes nitrogen in soil and requires minimal care once established. It produces cheerful yellow flowers that attract pollinators and tolerates poor soils well. This drought-tolerant plant is excellent for naturalized areas, meadows, or low-maintenance groundcover.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Weekly During Dry Spells • Deep Watering When Soil Becomes Dry, Drought Tolerant Once Established
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 31, 2020 by Francesco (cc-by-sa)
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