Also known as Clover · 142 gardener saves
Trifolium: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Trifolium, the genus most gardeners know as clover. We track 3 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 3 most-saved Trifolium varieties
Of 3 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedWheatfen White Clover
Trifolium repens 'Wheatfen'
#2 most savedRed Feather Clover
Trifolium rubens
#3 most savedRed Feather Clover
Trifolium purpurascens
How to grow Trifolium
What the Trifolium varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 3 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Trifolium year
- DivideMarch and September100% of varieties
Divide mature clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor
- Spring CleanupFebruary100% of varieties
Cut back old, dead stems to the ground before new growth starts
- MulchMarch67% of varieties
Apply a light layer of mulch to suppress weeds
- PlantMarch and September67% of varieties
Plant nursery stock or divisions in early spring or fall
- PruneJuly and August67% of varieties
Mow high if used in a lawn setting to control height and encourage density
Do
- Water during dry spells 🌱
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms 🌱
- Apply mulch to conserve moisture 🌱
- Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor 🌱
- Water regularly during dry spells 💧
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t fertilize with high nitrogen fertilizers ❌
- Refrain from heavy pruning in late fall ❌
- Keep from planting in overly shady spots ❌
What goes wrong with Trifolium
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky honeydew and distorted leaves | Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Root rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Ensure well-drained soil and avoid overwatering |
| Powdery mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Apply sulfur fungicide or remove affected foliage |
| Root rot | Wilting and browning in roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering frequency |
Making more Trifolium
seeds
- Tuck seeds into prepared soil in early spring.
- Water gently and keep moist for 6 weeks.
division
- Divide clumps in early spring or fall.
- Replant immediately in well-drained soil.
Trifolium questions
How many types of Trifolium are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 3 distinct Trifolium varieties. The most popular — ranked by 142 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Trifolium grow in?
Across its varieties, Trifolium covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Trifolium bloom?
Most Trifolium varieties bloom in late spring, late spring to mid-summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Trifolium should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Design with Trifolium in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
