How often should I water Moon Trefoil?
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter months to prevent root rot.
Medicago arborea, or Moon Trefoil, is an evergreen shrub from the Mediterranean, featuring silvery foliage and bright yellow, pea-like flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-drained soil is crucial. Tolerates poor, sandy, or alkaline soils but dislikes heavy clay.
Temperature
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Prefers full sun for best flowering and growth.
Tolerates partial shade.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. Reduce in winter.
Avoid waterlogged soil.
Well-drained soil is crucial. Tolerates poor, sandy, or alkaline soils but dislikes heavy clay.
Thrives in moderate temperatures between 15-25°C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from hard frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-3 m
Spread
1-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Silver, Gray-green
Leaf Type
Compound, trifoliate
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No