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Plant Care
Strawberry clover
(Trifolium fragiferum)
Also Known As
Strawberry clover, Sweet clover
About This Plant
Trifolium fragiferum is a species of clover known by the common name strawberry clover. It is native to Europe and western Asia, but it is known on other continents as an introduced species and often a noxious weed. It is a perennial herb producing an erect stem up to about 50 centimeters tall. The leaves are made up of three leaflets each up to 2 centimeters long. The inflorescence is a dense head of flowers one to two centimeters wide. Each flower is pink to purple and just a few millimeters long.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Height: 20-50 inches (50-125 cm), Spread: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
Light Requirements
Trifolium fragiferum prefers full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate some shade but will not flower as profusely.
Humidity Needs
Trifolium fragiferum prefers average humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
This plant does not require heavy fertilization. A light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring is sufficient.
Pruning Guidelines
This plant does not require pruning.
Common Pests and Diseases
Trifolium fragiferum is not commonly affected by pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
This plant requires moderate watering. It can tolerate short periods of drought, but it prefers moist soil.
Temperature Range
This plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, from -28 to 43°C (-20 to 110°F).
Growing Season
Trifolium fragiferum grows in the summer and early fall.
Growing Difficulty Level
Trifolium fragiferum is an easy plant to grow and care for.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Trifolium fragiferum is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Did You Know?
Trifolium fragiferum is commonly used as a forage crop for livestock, as it is highly nutritious and palatable.
