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Trifolium jokerstii

Also Known As

  • Butte County Golden Clover
  • Jim's Clover

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 9"-12"

planting zones

  • 8b-10b

Trifolium jokerstii plant details

Trifolium jokerstii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green and red foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trifolium jokerstii

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trifolium jokerstii

USDA Zones: 8b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An uncommon California native clover. It has red markings on the leaves and bright golden yellow flowers held close to the foliage. EASY and a bee plant of course.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Trifolium jokerstii plant

How to Grow Trifolium jokerstii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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