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Trifolium repens 'Dragon's Blood'

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0 - 5 cm (0 - 2 in)
Spread 5 - 20 cm (2 - 8 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Trifolium repens 'Dragon's Blood' (variegated clover) produces showy and white blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has showy and evergreen foliage that is faded green and white in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Trifolium repens 'Dragon's Blood' is tolerant of light foot traffic.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Trifolium repens 'Dragon's Blood' (variegated clover) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Trifolium repens 'Dragon's Blood' (variegated clover) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.