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White-tipped clover

Whitetip Clover is a low-growing native annual forb. It can be found from low elevations to the timberline, in areas with high annual precipitation or moisture levels. Whitetip Clover is native to much of the western United States. Depending on weather conditions and location, this forb can bloom from April to June. Whitetip Clover fluoresces from a long main stem and produces leaflets with serrated margins. Description from Silver Falls Seed Company

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White-tipped clover

White-tipped clover fast facts

Scientific Name

Trifolium variegatum

Family

Fabaceae

Garden Type

Anywhere

Wildlife

Butterflies

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Full Sun

Water Needs

Dry to Medium

Plant Type

Annual, Flowering

Bloom Color(s)

Purple, Yellow

Height

2 – 5 feet

Width

2 – 5 feet

Months in Bloom

April, May, June

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
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