Also known as Alsike Clover · Common Clover · Creeping Clover
White clover (Trifolium repens) is a low-growing perennial legume, valued for its nitrogen-fixing abilities, lawn enhancement, and attractive white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade, though flowering may be reduced.
Moderate
50% intensity
Maintain consistent soil moisture, allowing the top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Loam, Sand, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures, generally between 15-25°C. Tolerant of a range of conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Nitrogen fixer; requires minimal to no fertilization. Use low-nitrogen fertilizer if needed.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water white clover regularly, especially during dry spells, to maintain consistent soil moisture. Aim for deep watering that encourages root development rather than frequent shallow sprinkles.
Allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings to prevent waterlogged conditions which can lead to root rot.
Pruning is typically not necessary for white clover, especially when grown as a ground cover or in lawns. If it becomes too vigorous or invades desired areas, mowing or trimming can be used to control its spread.
Regular mowing for lawns will also keep it at a desired height.
White clover is easily propagated by seed, sown directly into prepared soil in spring or autumn. It can also be spread vegetatively through its creeping stolons.
Simply place pieces of stolon with nodes onto the soil surface, and they will root and form new plants.
Repotting is generally not applicable to white clover as it is typically grown as a ground cover or in situ. If grown in containers for specific purposes, it may benefit from repotting every 1-2 years into a slightly larger pot with fresh potting mix, preferably in spring, to refresh the soil and provide more space.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Trifolium |
| Species | Trifolium repens |
Similar in genus Trifolium
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