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Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium'

Also Known As

  • Trifolium repens pentaphyllum
  • Black Leaved Clover

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 3"-4"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium' plant details

Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with black, green and variegated foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen black, green and variegated
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An easy peasy spreader that is hardy to zone 4, but we like to use it in our cool season containers for its dark trailing dark foliage. Dark coloring is out pronounced with cool temperatures. White clover blossoms delight bees and butterflies. 3-4” tall.

Gardening facts about Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium' plant

How to Grow Trifolium repens 'Quinquefolium'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • green
    • black
  • Flower Color

    • cream
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