White Dutch Clover Seed

White Dutch Clover is a low-growing perennial legume widely used across the Mid-Atlantic for lawns, pastures, and cover cropping. Known for its durability, nitrogen-fixing ability, and dense growth habit, it’s an excellent choice for creating low-maintenance, eco-friendly turf and forage systems.

Product Details

• Species: Trifolium repens (Dutch White)
• Type: Perennial legume
• Growth Height: 4–8 inches
• Growth Habit: Low-growing, spreading via stolons

Appearance & Growth

• Small, bright green leaves with a distinct white crescent marking
• Produces white to light pink flowers
• Spreads through creeping runners to form a thick, uniform stand

Ideal Uses

• Lawn alternative or lawn enhancement
• Pasture and grazing systems
• Cover cropping and soil improvement
• Overseeding into turfgrass (especially tall fescue)
• Erosion control and ground cover

Environmental Benefits

• Supports pollinators like honeybees
• Improves soil fertility and structure
• Reduces reliance on synthetic fertilizers and inputs
• Enhances sustainability in lawns and landscapes

Regional Advantage

• Well-suited for Chesapeake and Mid-Atlantic climates
• Performs well in cool-season grass blends
• Commonly used in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania landscapes

Planting Notes

• Can be broadcast or overseeded into existing lawns or pastures
• Best established in spring or early fall
• Requires minimal maintenance once established

White Dutch Clover is a practical, sustainable option for anyone looking to build healthier soil, greener lawns, and more resilient landscapes with less input and maintenance.