Red Clover, Bee Bread, Broad-Leaved Clover, Clover Grass, Common Clover, Cow Grass, Marl Grass, Pinkies, Purplewort, Suckles, Sugar Plum
Trifolium pratense (Red Clover) is a biennial or short-lived perennial bearing trifoliate leaves and rounded clusters of rose-pink flowers from spring to fall. They are borne atop hollow, hairy stems and branches. Each leaf consists of a slender stalk bearing 3 leaflets. A great source of nectar, Red clover is primarily used for hay, pasture, silage, and soil improvement. It fixes nitrogen and adds nutrients that improve the soil.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Leguminosae |
| Common names | Sugar Plum, Bee Bread, Clover, Clover Grass, Pinkies, Red Clover |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Native Plants | United Kingdom |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Leguminosae |
| Common names | Sugar Plum, Bee Bread, Clover, Clover Grass, Pinkies, Red Clover |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall |
| Height |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam |
| Soil pH | Acid |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Native Plants | United Kingdom |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers |
| Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow |
How many Trifolium pratense (Red Clover) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Trifolium pratense (Red Clover) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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