Black Medick Native Meadow Seeds

Medicago lupulina

Other names: yellow trefoil, nonsuch clover

Who gets to name flowers? Black medick isn’t black and apart from the suggestion it works as a mild laxative, it has no obvious health benefits. The original shamrock for St Patrick, perhaps ‘paddy’s prosperity’ is a better fit. 

As well as luck, this clover will bring beautiful flecks of yellow all the way from May through to October. Low maintenance and self seeding, once it’s growing you can expect it to comeback year after year filling your garden with colour.

How to Plant

Cheap and Easy Method:

Scatter the seeds directly onto bare soil. Clear the area of any debris and lightly rake the soil to create a loose surface. Evenly broadcast the seeds, then lightly rake again to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.

More Involved Method:

Use a terram membrane to suppress unwanted vegetation. Add a layer of soil over the membrane, sow the seeds evenly, and press them in gently.

When to Plant

Plant Black Medick seeds in the spring (March to May) or early autumn (September to October).

Where to Plant

Black Medick thrives in well-drained soil and full sunlight to partial shade.

Watering Schedule

Maintain consistent moisture in the soil during the establishment phase. Once established, minimal watering is required.

Blooming Period

Black Medick blooms from late spring through summer (May to August).

Expected Plant Height

Black Medick typically grows to a height of 10 cm to 30 cm.