Owl-head clover
Trifolium alpestre
Owl-head clover is a compact, drought-adaptable perennial clover native to European meadows and alpine slopes, thriving in well-drained, low-fertility soils. It requires very little care once established — simply provide adequate sunlight and avoid overwatering or over-fertilizing, which can reduce flowering. Its attractive pink-purple flower heads are excellent for pollinators and make a charming addition to wildflower or meadow plantings.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 120″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
10″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Lightly; Established Plants Tolerate Dry Periods And Rarely Need Supplemental Irrigation
Soil pH
6 – 8
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 4, 2020 by nicolas Francois (cc-by-sa)
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