Trifolium saxatile

Trifolium saxatile

Native to:
Austria | France | Italy | Switzerland

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Trifolium
Species:
Trifolium saxatile

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
white, pink
Ground Cover:
Yes
Lawn Substitute:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 14–30 days
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification; surface sow and keep moist.

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