10 Seeds Birds Foot Trefoil Lotus corniculatus Yellow Flower Groundcover

Birds Foot Trefoil is a low-growing perennial known for its bright yellow, pea-like blooms and fine, clover-like foliage that forms a dense, cheerful groundcover. It is a dependable choice for meadow plantings, pollinator-friendly landscapes, and low-maintenance garden areas.

This versatile plant works well as a groundcover, in wildflower mixes, along borders, or in containers, where its trailing habit and long blooming season add steady color and texture. It tolerates a range of conditions once established and pairs nicely with other low-growing perennials and grasses.
Species: Lotus corniculatus
Type: Perennial
Plant_Habit: Low-growing, spreading groundcover
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average to poor soil
Zones: 3-9
Germination: 14-21 days at 65-70F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, keep moist
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Notes: Tolerates poor soil and dry conditions once established