Lesser Trefoil (Trifolium Dubium) is a annual herb in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A small, annual clover with yellow flowers, widely naturalized and often associated with the 'shamrock' of Ireland.

Lesser Trefoil

Lesser Trefoil

Trifolium Dubium

A small, annual clover with yellow flowers, widely naturalized and often associated with the 'shamrock' of Ireland.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, chalky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, bee forage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lesser Trefoil

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:Trifolium