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 gardeners 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: 612 inches
• Spacing: 810 inches apart
• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Water Requirement: Moderate
• Soil Type: Well-drained, light, sandy soil
• Soil pH: 6.07.5
• Hardiness Zones: 39 (USDA)
• Germination Time: 1015 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.