Product Description
Overview
Yellow Trefoil (Medicago lupulina), often called Black Medick, is a hardy and versatile plant that produces clusters of bright yellow flowers and lush green foliage. Known for its ground-covering habit and soil-enhancing ability, Yellow Trefoil adds a warm, sunny glow to gardens and landscapes. Its resilience and adaptability make it a gardener’s favorite.
Key Features
- Produces clusters of small, bright yellow flowers.
- Works great as a ground cover or border plant.
- Supports pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
- Easy to grow and maintain.
- Suitable for containers, garden beds, and wildflower mixes.
Specifications
- Common Name: Yellow Trefoil / Black Medick
- Scientific Name: Medicago lupulina
- Plant Type: Annual or Short-Lived Perennial
- Flower Color: Bright Yellow
- Blooming Season: Spring to Early Autumn
- Height: 6–12 inches
- Spacing: 8–10 inches apart
- Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Water Requirement: Moderate
- Soil Type: Well-drained, light, sandy soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
- Hardiness Zones: 3–9 (USDA)
- Germination Time: 10–15 days
- Non-GMO / Organic: Non-GMO
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Special Feature: Nitrogen-fixing plant that improves soil quality
Planting & Growing Guide
- Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or autumn.
- Choose a sunny or lightly shaded spot with well-drained soil.
- Scatter seeds evenly and lightly press into the soil (do not bury deeply).
- Water gently until seedlings establish.
- Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged during germination.
- Once established, plants need minimal watering and care.
