Suckling Clover

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Suckling clover is a common weed in lawns, flowerbeds and other places in the garden.

Identify the problem
Suckling clover is smaller than other clovers. It has the trifoliate leaves (3 leaves together) common to clovers but has small groups of yellow flowers. It is very similar in appearance to the Medicks.
How to solve the problem
In lawns
- Apply a selective herbicide like LawnPro Turfclean Ultra, LawnPro Turfcleanor LawnPro Prickle and Hydrocotyle. They will effectively kill clover but leave the lawn grass unaffected.
- For best results apply spray in Spring and Autumn when weeds are growing.
In garden beds
- Use Weed Weapon Extra Strength to kill off the top growth. It controls clover within 7-10 days and is an ideal product for use around established trees and shrubs. It is inactive in the soil so planting can be safely carried out soon after treatment.
- If you wish to more effectively prevent regrowth, apply Weed Weapon Preventer granules. This is a selective pre-emergent herbicide which penetrates deep into the soil so do not plant seeds or sensitive plants into treated soil within 3 months of application.
- For a fast acting organic solution use Weed Weapon Natural Power.
- For best results apply spray in Spring and Autumn when weeds are growing.
In Paths and Driveways
- For long term control on paths and driveways use Weed Weapon Long Term. This will kill a wide range of weeds and prevent regrowth for up to 12 months.
- For a fast acting organic solution use Weed Weapon Natural Power.
- For best results apply spray in Spring and Autumn when weeds are growing.
Did you know?
- Suckling clover is Trifolium dubium