In The Garden: UBC. Clover? in food garden

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  1. Nadia White Rock

    Nadia White Rock Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    UBC botanical garden.
    1.Clover? in food garden
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    2.Asian section in Alpine garden.Far from the path to see a label
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    hortiphoto Active Member 10 Years

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    The clover is Trifolium incarnatum, and yes, it's flowers and young sprouts are edible.
     
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    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    There are also plantings of non-edibles in the Food Garden. Some plants are grown to aid pollinators and other beneficial insects. Plants may also be grown to enrich the soil.
     
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