Clover in my lawn - Ask Extension
All of a sudden this year my front and back yard lawns are being taken over by clover. It's like an invasive plant takeover. Large sections of lawn ar...
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Clover in my lawn #907293
Asked June 25, 2025, 7:35 PM EDT
All of a sudden this year my front and back yard lawns are being taken over by clover. It's like an invasive plant takeover. Large sections of lawn are mostly clover. I've lived in this house for many years, but have not had this problem before this year.
Can you tell me what's going on and what I should do about it.
Thank you
Ray
Dakota County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hi Ray,
Thanks for reaching out. The rapid growth of clover often indicates low nitrogen levels in your soil, and a dense and healthy lawn will be the best defense against clover. Proper fertilization and lawn care (https://extension.umn.edu/planting-and-growing-guides/lawn-care-calendar) should help.
Here's an article with more information: https://extension.umn.edu/weeds/dutch-white-clover Make sure it's not yellow wood sorrel, which is frequently mistaken for clover: https://extension.umn.edu/weeds/yellow-wood-sorrel
Good luck!
