Lawn & Turf Tips:  Clover

Clover

Description

Low-growing invading weeds with whitish flowers are found in lawns and gardens.  Clover spreads by seeds and above ground stems that sprout at the nodes when they touch the soil.

Conditions

Thrives in cooler areas especially if grass is cut too low.

Cultural Control

Hoe and mulch.  Maintain a well watered, properly fertilized and thick lawn to prevent th ese weeds from taking hold in your grass.  Do not cut the grass too short.

Chemical Control

Use Chickweed, Clover & Thistle Killer on the lawn.  Repeat treatments are necessary. 

In areas where you do not want any growth at all, use RoundUp.

Comments

Clover seeds can live in the soil for 20 years.  Weeds should be actively growing when using a herbicide.  It is best to kill weeds before seeds form.