Can Clover Grow in Shade

Full sun or partial shade? Clover is tolerant of many conditions and outcompetes other weeds. Some of the newer micro-clovers are even more tolerant of shade and can grow in high-traffic areas. Clover is versatile.

What conditions do clovers like?

It is most frequent on soils of pH 5.0 to 8.0. It is common on clay soils but is rarely found on peat. White clover is sensitive to shade, drought and severe frosts. It is less tolerant of saline conditions than many of the pasture grasses it is associated with.

Where does clover grow best?

It is best suited to well-drained soils, and is most popular in certain low rainfall areas of central Oklahoma,north central Texas, and California. Subterranean Clover Subterranean clover is a dense, low-growing annual best suited to areas having mild winters. It makes most of its growth in mid-spring.