Sweetclover (Melilotus Suaveolens) is a annual, biennial herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Melilotus suaveolens is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the pea family, known for its sweet-scented yellow flowers and nitrogen-fixing abilities.

Sweetclover

Sweetclover

Melilotus Suaveolens

Melilotus suaveolens is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the pea family, known for its sweet-scented yellow flowers and nitrogen-fixing abilities.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual, biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, groundcover, green manure

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Sweetclover

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Melilotus