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Trifolium repens ‘Atropurpureum’
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Trifolium repens ‘Atropurpureum’


Black-leaved Clover

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.523.050


(Also known as ‘Pentaphyllum’ or ‘Purpurascens Quadrifolium') This selection of the common creeping clover makes a handsome edging or groundcover plant. Foliage is three or four-leaved, dark purple-black with a green margin. White flowers appear briefly in early summer. A very nice filler plant in tubs or mixed containers. Because of its vigorous habit, do not plant next to slow-growing alpine plants that might get smothered. Trim back hard in midsummer to rejuvenate the foliage, if plants begin to look scruffy. Easily divided in spring or fall. May be used as a lawn substitute and mowed at any time to the desired height.

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Trifolium repens ‘Atropurpureum’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
Foliage Color
  Light Green
  Purple Black
  Variegated
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Edging
  Evergreen
  Ground Cover
  Massed
Height
   8-10 cm
   3-4 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   Moderate
Growth Rate
   Fast