😂😂😂 That’s why we’re here.

Lol that's right !!!

When you find out, tell me.

Right?? It literally says "here's how" in the title.

Do you put soil on when you dig the dandelion out or just put the clover seeds in the hole?

Micro-clover is a much easier sell than normal clover because it doesn’t produce as many flowers and it looks much more professional from up close.

Clover prefers acidic, sick soil. Fix your soil don't let it get worse.

My mom and I are in the same boat, but I doubt my dad will ever be able to see clover not as a weed. Which is unfortunate, as we have dogs who tear up the back yard every year, despite my dad's best efforts.

@@GreenRescueLawncare Clover, including microclover, can indeed tolerate a range of soil conditions, including acidic soil. However, it's not accurate to say that clover prefers 'sick' soil. Clover, like many plants, thrives best in well-balanced, nutrient-rich soil. One of the many benefits of clover is its ability to fix nitrogen, effectively fertilizing the soil it grows in. This can actually improve the health of your soil over time, not worsen it. It's always important to monitor and amend your soil as needed for the specific plants you're growing. Each lawn and garden is unique and may require different care strategies.

@IndianInTheInn clover does NOT fix soil it just happens to prefer SICK ACIDIC SOIL if you had 3 soil samples and 1 was ph 5 vs ph 7 vs ph 9 ,, I'll tell you rn the plants that would naturally grow in your ph 7 are actually equally offering nutrient that they are taking instead of "fixing" Nitrogen. That term is thrown around so much its such a garbage marketing term.

Maybe you should focus on fixing the soil. Carbon Blends are readily available instead of just viewing the problem, and spewing your non productive thoughts

@@GreenRescueLawncare what is wrong with you? He's adding what has worked for him and how his lawn has reacted, maybe learn how to read and not get so emotional.

Wait like your whole lawn is thyme and oregano?

@@068067 imagine the smell after mowing lol

So you can’t walk on it barefoot???

Me after playing rdr2 once

Your killing the soil with your arrogance.

how did it go?? I'm about to start replacing my grass too

I'm planning to let cliver grow as well. Which region/state are you? How does clover do in winter?

Sure is, until you step on a bee.

@@dippyduty6163 like ambers dog

They stay like grass

This clover is growing naturally in my backyard and front I've decided to let it completely take over so that I don't have to mow it looks just as good as grass or better.

from what i've read, no, the weed killer will harm the clover

You won't need it just pick your weeds by hand.

dandelion are good

I think they are dandelions and some are ready to send seeds wherever the wind blows. If dandelions weren't so good at spreading their seeds and the seeds weren't so good at growing they could just be flowers instead of weeds.

will take it over due to their aggressive roots. i'd set some areas aside for a couple of wildflower beds.

Clover, in general, can be companion planted with wildflowers, though the success of this pairing can depend heavily on the specific type of clover and the wildflowers in question. Clover's nitrogen-fixing ability can enhance the soil's fertility, potentially benefiting companion wildflowers. That being said, clover can sometimes be vigorous and competitive, which might overpower some wildflower species. This is where the type of clover you choose becomes particularly important. If you're considering this kind of companion planting, I'd suggest looking into a variety called microclover (Trifolium repens var. Pirouette). Microclover is a low-growing variety that typically reaches 4-6 inches in height but can reach up to 8-10 inches under optimal conditions. It is less aggressive than many other types of clover, and its shorter stature can be less likely to overshadow wildflowers. Plus, its shallow root system is less likely to compete with the deeper roots of many wildflowers. In terms of wildflower selection, go for those that can withstand the competition from a ground cover like clover. Wildflowers that are tall, robust, or native to your area, and hence adapted to your local soil and climate conditions, are likely to be more successful. Even with microclover, monitoring and management are crucial to prevent it from dominating your wildflowers. This could involve occasional mowing or trimming to maintain a balance between the clover and the wildflowers. To sum it up, while clover can be companion planted with wildflowers, using a variety like microclover and choosing compatible wildflowers can significantly improve the chances of a successful and balanced coexistence.

Only downside is it doesn't look as good as grass, especially a freshly moved lawn

Another downside is having to constantly scan for bees while running around without shoes.

@@dippyduty6163 Bees are becoming endangered, what's good for bees is good for us. They're the reason we have most of our food.

@@kevinpalardy8592 It doesn't matter, sustainability and practicality is more important 👍

@@laneatkinson6441 That's true, and while having a mostly clover lawn, I still don't like getting stung in the foot. These days I typically wear shoes. Now if I happen to step on one, they just end up getting crushed. Maybe you're on to something there. Get rid of the clover lawns so humans don't step on them. Help save the bees!!!

You'd have to cut your existing grass pretty low and remove as much thatch as possible to expose some soil for clover seed to take hold. The downside to that, however, is that by dethatching too much and exposing the dirt you run the risk of weeds propagating. I tell you all this because I threw clover seed on my existing grass and, MAYBE, 2-3% even remained/germinated.

Yes I overseed with clover it works great, but i did dethatch before

@@samdaniels1234 May I ask what growing zone you're in and what type of grass/lawn you had that you incorporated your clover into?

@@jester9159 I’m in Connecticut by the coast. My grass is a mix of ryegrass/fescues and black beauty. It gets torched in the summer because I don’t want to run our well to keep it green. Always looks great in the spring/fall though

@@samdaniels1234 Damn. If it gets scorched UP THERE...not sure how it would legit fair here in Florida.

Then don't run around barefoot...how old are you??

@@ShinerBockGirlz Too old to run around anymore.

i've walked barefoot on clover my whole life and never got stung. I'm 65.

Anyone who grew up with a clover lawn also grew up with bee stings to the foot.

Yeah, but you buy it from eBay lol

@@JunoCat1890 thanks lunatic

@@rupertperiwinkle4477 lol

From seed mix with top soil 4-6 months. Depends on your zone as. Clover grows quite fast so you can start to see results in a few days actually. :) Hope this helps.

Right? I'm like why is this dude wasting his time pulling dandelions?

@@MO-qd6tm outside of the medicinal value and food for pollinators, they’re bringing calcium from deep below, to the top!

@@PsychologicalApparition yup, and aerating compacted soil

Food for people too, dandelion greens are sold in the supermarket, salad, tea

Clover chokes out weeds better than grass anyway. You don't have worry about dandelion removal if you don't want to, you'll still get some.

Growing up, we all had lawns that included clover. We played all day long out in the "grass" aka grass and clover and didn't get stung. You can see where the bees are and avoid knocking them.

@@sparra3819 my grandfather tended bee s I've never been stung

My grandparents house at a lake (I stayed with them in summers during school years) had a mostly clover lawn. Lots of grandkids playing, and only once did I step on a bee, and I never heard of anyone else having issues. Bees ignore humans if you ignore them. Wasps on the other hand ... yeesh, but they are bad anywhere in bad years.

Most turf grasses are also non-native and invasive. Clover, at least, is more sustainable if you want a lawn carpet.

@@jolenethiessen357 ^^^ Personally I've been ready to do away with lawns for a while now, looking into clover lawns, but even better I want a moss lawn or a yard full of native & naturalized plants

@@jolenethiessen357 lol this. Every one uses invasive grasses for their lawns, use 2-4 times the water to maintain them, and mow them with 2 stroke gas engine powered noise makers so nobody in summer can f'ing hear anything. Humans have changed the face of the planet for millennia. We are nature's gardeners, or at least we used to be before massive industrialization. Most of he Amazing rain forest has been changed and cultivated by former civilizations. There's very little that's natural about it. The best we can do now is use efficient plants for the region. Nobody will use prairie grasses in cities, so let's just be honest.

@@Demane69 Yep. It's nice to not have to hear the mower and smell the exhaust. And nice to look at my yard everyday and think hey I don't have to mow. Clover yards are the best.

Because of neighbors. The dandelion seeds blow in their yards and they don't like it. Clover doesn't blow into neighbor's yards. It stays to itself.

I'll happily annoy neighbors that mow and water grass lawns every 5 days so that nobody can hear anything over lawn mowers.

Maybe he's pulling them out to use them

It is a tad aggressive but I wouldn’t call it invasive

Yeah, invasive is not the right word. That implies something entirely different with plants.

No that's not how videography works in this setting.