Running Glade Clover
Trifolium calcaricum
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Fabaceae
- Genus:
- Trifolium
- Species:
- Trifolium calcaricum
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- may, jun
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, purple
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Tennessee, Virginia
Keystone Species Ranking
- Bee Keystone:
- ★★★★☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained calcareous soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- found in limestone prairies and glades
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds were placed on a moist germination towel, rolled into ragdolls, secured with a small rubber band, and placed into sealed plastic snack bags. No scarification required.
Establishment: Unlike Trifolium stoloniferum, running glade clover does not appear to require scarification. Seeds were ordered from USDA GRIN.
Source: npn.rngr.net