Water
Water Trifolium medium regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for optimal health.
Also known as Clover · Mammoth Clover · Meadow Clover
Zigzag Clover (Trifolium medium) is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its trifoliate leaves and pinkish-red flowers, often found in meadows and pastures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily but tolerates some shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Temperate
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal fertilization; fixes its own nitrogen.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Trifolium medium regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings for optimal health.
Prune Trifolium medium after flowering to tidy its appearance and encourage a denser growth habit. Remove any dead or damaged stems. Light pruning can also be done to manage its spread in garden settings.
Propagate Trifolium medium by seed sown in spring or autumn. Scarify the seeds before sowing to improve germination rates. Division of established clumps in spring is also an effective method of propagation.
Repotting Trifolium medium is rarely necessary due to its growth habit. If grown in containers, repot every 2-3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining soil. Ensure adequate drainage holes.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Trifolium |
| Species | Trifolium medium |
Similar in genus Trifolium
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