Do you want to grow your own lucky 4-leaf clover as a houseplant? Although these grow rampantly outdoors, it is possible to grow clover in a container indoors provided that you give them the conditions that it likes.
Growing Clover Indoors
It is important that you give your indoor clover the sunniest window that you have. This is necessary for best growth and flowering. If your window is not sunny enough, you will find that the stems will become weak and more stretched out, and the leaves will be smaller.
Being attentive to watering is another very important task in order to have thriving potted clover plants indoors. Clover likes to be kept evenly moist. Be sure to use a well-draining potting mix. Water thoroughly until it runs from the drainage hole, and then discard the excess water. Don’t let the soil completely dry out.
Use an all-purpose fertilizer throughout the growing season and follow the directions on the label for the best results.
One thing to make note of is that clover sends out stolons or runners that take root and form more plants. If you see any runners that spill over the edge of the pot, these will eventually die if they can’t root. You can try and redirect these back into the pot to take root if your container has room. Or you can set a pot of soil next to the plant and lay the runners on top of the soil. These will eventually root and you can then cut the runner off the original plant. Now you have another potted clover you can keep or give away.
Lastly, you should give your clover a rest period. If your plant starts to look tired and weak, most likely by winter time, stop watering your plant. Just neglect it until all the leaves yellow and set it in a cool, dark location for a few weeks. Keep an eye on it because you will start seeing new growth at some point.
Once this happens, clean up all the dead foliage, return your indoor clover back to its sunny window, and resume watering and fertilizing. It will flush out with beautiful, new growth and start the cycle all over again!
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FAQs
Although these grow rampantly outdoors, it is possible to grow clover in a container indoors provided that you give them the conditions that it likes.
How to propagate clover indoors? ›
Cloning Clovers: Propagation by Cuttings
Cut just above a node with sterilized shears—clean cuts prevent damage and disease. Rooting hormone isn't a must, but it's like a growth turbocharger. Dip the cut end into the hormone before nestling it into a soil mix.
How do you get clover out of potted plants? ›
In any event, the only way to entirely remove the clover and not harm your houseplants is to repot your plants in fresh potting soil. When you remove your plants from their pots, brush or rinse away as much of the potting soil as possible.
How long do clover plants live? ›
It has been estimated that a white clover plant and its various branches usually can live for up to 20 years, but that some may survive for more than 100 years. One researcher reported that nearly three-fourths of white clover seed was able to germinate even after being stored in an unheated shed for 25 years.
Can you root clover in water? ›
Water clover plants can grow fully submerged, in the soil at the edge of the water, or in the substrate of a man-made feature. Just dig a small hole (large enough to accommodate the roots) and place the plant where you want it to start growing.
Can clover be a houseplant? ›
Being attentive to watering is another very important task in order to have thriving potted clover plants indoors. Clover likes to be kept evenly moist. Be sure to use a well-draining potting mix. Water thoroughly until it runs from the drainage hole, and then discard the excess water.
Does clover regrow after cutting? ›
It's easy to mow, but clover won't need that often. And after mowing, clover lawns will quickly recover and “fluff” back up within hours or days. If left unmown, clover will bloom like crazy with flowers that attract pollinators–several species of bees are particularly drawn to white clover flowers.
Does clover come back every year? ›
There are two main groups of clover: perennial and annual. Perennial clover is the more popular option since annual clover dies out more quickly. With perennial clover, you will need to reseed every two to three years. Annual clover will need to be reseeded every year.
Does clover spread on its own? ›
This re-seeding ability is one characteristic that allows the species to persist as a naturalized population for long periods of time even in a grazed, pasture environment. White clover's spreading habit of growth is achieved via an extensive system of creeping stems called stolons (see Figure 2).
Where does clover grow best? ›
You can plant Clover just about anywhere. Most species thrive in full sun, while others can tolerate part shade. Some grow tall to create the look of a meadow, while others are low-growing to create the look of a traditional lawn.
White clover doesn't tend to grow very tall, making it perfect for blending in with your pre-existing grass. It's tolerant of mowing, drought resistant, and is excellent at adding valuable nutrients to the surrounding soil.
Will clover grow in any soil? ›
Clover is a hardy plant and can thrive in most soils (sandy loams to clay) and conditions that range from full sun to partial shade. Plant clover in the spring or early summer, when the ground has become soft and moist from the spring rains.
How do you make clover spread? ›
As clover seeds are very small, hand spreading is required. To make this easier, I'd recommend mixing the clover seed in a bucket with sand and spreading that as a way to get more even coverage. Until the seeds germinate and the clover is established, water when it doesn't rain.
Can I just scatter clover seed? ›
Seeding: Clover seed is very small so a little goes a long way. It should be spread with a broadcast type spreader. As mentioned earlier, you may want to mix the clover seed with lime or low nitrogen fertilizer to give you more substance to work with.
How do you grow clover hydroponically? ›
As mentioned earlier, clover microgreen seeds prefer a hydroponic medium like coconut coir or vermiculite for sprouting. Using the tray with drainage holes, fill it to just below the brim with your choice of soil. Smooth out the soil surface and tamp it down.
