Trifolium repens, the white clover (also known as Dutch clover, Ladino clover, or Ladino), is a herbaceous perennial plant in the bean family Fabaceae (Previously referred to as Leguminosae). It is native to Europe and central Asia. One of the most widely cultivated types of clover, it has been widely introduced worldwide as a forage crop, and is now also common in most grassy areas (lawns and gardens) of North America. For those looking for and easy inexpensive way to help the environment, dwarf clover has been developed. It only grows to 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) so burning fossil fuels to, and it’s flowers feed bees and butterflies.
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