White clover (Trifolium repens) – which constitutes half of the species in our Eco Turf – is a herbaceous creeping perennial native British plant that we have traditionally preferred to keep out of our neat grass lawns. In the face of the climate crisis and threat to our biodiversity, however, we’re taking a new look at clover.

It’s a “bee-happy” plant, enjoyed by grazing animals, it’s high protein leaves and round heads of flowers also edible by humans. It’s soft to walk on, but not strong enough to withstand heavy foot traffic, so not advised for a sports field or playground.

The clover in our turf is mixed with Perennial Rye Grass, Slender Creeping Red Fescue, Smooth Stalked Meadow Grass, Strong Creeping Red Fescue and Chewings fescue – all grass species which help the perennial clover reseed itself every few years without assistance. The clover, with its nitrogen fixing ability, keeps the grass component healthy, green and vigorous.

Using turf to establish your Clover Rich lawn is a quick, easy way to make the transition from a monoculture grass lawn to an eco-friendly alternative that will give you more time to enjoy your garden and bring it back to nature.