It also reduces the use of herbicides and pesticides.
Clover alsoattracts pollinators, is pet-friendly, and helps with erosion control.
and strawberry clover (Trifolium fragiferum).
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White clover is the most commonly found in lawns.
It is hardy in USDA Zones 3-10.
All clovers are vigorous cool-season growers, spreading 12 inches or more.
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Any additional mowing is optional.
No Fertilization Is Required
Botanically, clover is a legume.
The clover types used as turfgrass are also not prone to attacks by serious pests, such aslawn grubs.
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Its long taproot draws nutrients and moisture from deep in the soil.
Clover Helps Pollinators
Blooming clover attracts bees and other pollinators crucial in the food web.
Pollinator numbers are dwindling because of widespread pesticide use and habitat loss and a clover lawn encourages biodiversity.
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Clover seed is less expensive than most turfgrass seeds.
Stinging Insects Are More Common
Blooming clover attracts bees and other insects that sting in defense.
One of the benefits of a clover lawn is that its flowers are a food source for pollinators.
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Clover is a short-livedperennialthat needs refreshing.
Clover Controls Erosion
Clover can grow in compacted soil.
Clover stains are tougher toremove than grass stains.
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If neighboring yards have grass, some of its seed may infiltrate your clover yard.
However, having a mixed grass lawn of clover and some turfgrass is perfectly acceptable.
It dies in the summer’s height when cool-season turfgrasses such as tall fescue turn dormant.
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These bare spots increase the likelihood of weeds.
The weeds are opportunistic and will fill the empty spots unless you reseed the lawn promptly.
Also, after the winter, bare spots might need to be reseeded in the spring.
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Mixing Clover With Turfgrass
White clover is a vigorous grower.
However, clover and turfgrasses, like tall fescue or Kentucky bluegrass, are good companion plants.
Clover needs constant moisture to germinate.Sow it in the early spring, in March or April.
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Yes, clover improves soil by increasing its nitrogen content and reducing the need for artificial fertilizers.
Yes, clover aids in weed prevention.
It is a very aggressive grower that forms dense mats, which suppresses weeds.
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