Hungarian Clover

Trifolium pannonicum, Fabaceae

Zones

6–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Chinese Milk VetchAstragalus sinicus

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Koronivia GrassBrachiaria humidicola

Nitrogen Fixation

Sudan GrassSorghum sudanense

Nitrogen Fixation

Mountain RyeSecale montanum

Nitrogen FixationWind Protection

Pacific CloverTrifolium isthmocarpum

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Field PennycressThlaspi arvense

Brassicas like field pennycress produce glucosinolates that can inhibit legume germination and growth

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationSoil BuildingSummer Cover CropHigh Biomass Production

Common Questions

What zones does Hungarian Clover grow in?

Hungarian Clover grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

Is Hungarian Clover a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Hungarian Clover is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Hungarian Clover?

Good companions for Hungarian Clover include Chinese Milk Vetch, Koronivia Grass, Sudan Grass, Mountain Rye, Pacific Clover.

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