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Trifolium pratense 'Susan Smith'

Also Known As

  • Variegated Pink Clover

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Trifolium pratense 'Susan Smith' plant details

Trifolium pratense 'Susan Smith' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies 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 pratense 'Susan Smith'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 0 - 24 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trifolium pratense 'Susan Smith'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Imagine!: lush mounds of meadow green clover leaves, each netted in bright yellow veins?a striking sight; small pink flower heads are an added treat summer into fall on this short-lived perennial. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Trifolium pratense 'Susan Smith' plant

How to Grow Trifolium pratense 'Susan Smith'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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