Tall yellow sweetclover (Melilotus altissimus)
Care, watering, light and tips for Tall yellow sweetclover on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Fabaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 5 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Tall yellow sweetclover
Melilotus altissimus, commonly known as tall yellow sweet clover, is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It can reach considerable heights of up to 2 meters, featuring branched stems and trifoliate leaves. It is ideal for revegetating disturbed lands, as a forage crop, or for improving soil structure in natural and wild gardens.
Native range
Europe and temperate Asia
Care tips
This species thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, tolerating a wide range of soil types, including poor ones. Watering should be moderate, as it is a drought-tolerant plant once established. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot; its main cultivation mistake is excessive moisture. It does not require regular fertilization, as it fixes nitrogen in the soil.
How to save a dying Tall yellow sweetclover
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown, wilted leaves; stunted growth; lack of flowering.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Ensure good sun exposure and avoid waterlogging.
- What kills it
- Too much shade or constantly wet, poorly drained soil. Also prolonged drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly to correct environment and watering. It's quite resilient. 🌿