{"title":"Ground covers","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"162\"\u003eDiscover our collection of professional-grade ground covers, designed to create durable, attractive, and low-maintenance green spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eThis collection features natural solutions based on white clover and Pipolina® Microclover, ideal for replacing or complementing a traditional lawn. Ground covers provide excellent soil coverage, help reduce maintenance requirements, promote biodiversity, and remain green even under more challenging conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"771\"\u003ePipolina® Microclover is especially valued for its fine foliage, compact growth habit, and ability to naturally fix nitrogen in the soil, significantly reducing fertilizer requirements. White clover, on the other hand, offers an economical and robust solution for quickly covering large areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1u49g29\" data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eWhy Choose Our Ground Covers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003e✅ Reduced fertilizer requirements\u003cbr data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e✅ Excellent drought tolerance\u003cbr data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"876\"\u003e✅ Low maintenance with reduced mowing needs\u003cbr data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"922\"\u003e✅ Supports pollinators and biodiversity\u003cbr data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"964\"\u003e✅ Naturally improves soil health\u003cbr data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e✅ Eco-friendly alternative to traditional lawns\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eDeveloped for Canadian growing conditions, our ground covers are selected according to the same quality standards that have guided our sod production for over 50 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1299\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e🌱 Professional-grade products used by a Quebec family-owned sod farm since 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"trefle-blanc-micro-pipolina","title":"Vert Elite Pipolina Microclover","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eVert Élite Pipolina® Microclover is a dwarf white clover variety known for its leaves being 2 to 3 times smaller than those of traditional white clover. Thanks to its creeping stems, it quickly forms a dense, lush green ground cover that requires very little maintenance. More discreet than common white clover, it naturally produces fewer flowers while retaining the many environmental benefits associated with clover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eUsed alone or mixed with turf grasses, Pipolina® Microclover helps create a more sustainable lawn that is more drought-tolerant and less dependent on fertilizers. However, we recommend mixing it with grasses for areas subject to regular foot traffic, as microclover alone offers lower wear tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eProfessional-grade quality used in sod production by a Quebec family-owned business specializing in turfgrass for over 50 years. Developed and field-tested since 1975, it is perfectly adapted to Canadian growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"eph7wp\" data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1heqms3\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e100 g Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7zgig1\" data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003ePure seeding: covers 150 to 214 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c069vb\" data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eMixed with grasses: covers up to 2,152 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1f2tng6\" data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003e400 g Format\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19pl8gf\" data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003ePure seeding: covers 600 to 856 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14e9hx\" data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eMixed with grasses: covers up to 8,608 sq. ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"b8y6te\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e✅ Naturally fixes atmospheric nitrogen\u003cbr data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e✅ Significantly reduces fertilizer requirements\u003cbr data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e✅ Excellent drought tolerance\u003cbr data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e✅ Low maintenance\u003cbr data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e✅ Tolerates compacted soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e✅ Resistant to dog urine\u003cbr data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e✅ Attracts pollinators\u003cbr data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e✅ Quickly establishes a dense ground cover\u003cbr data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e✅ Adapted to most soil types\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1ej5hjf\" data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1776\"\u003ePipolina® Microclover prefers cool, slightly moist soils but adapts well to most soil types. It can be established under a variety of sunlight conditions, with a recommended minimum of 3 hours of direct sunlight per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1836\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eAverage unmowed height:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 15 cm (6 inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eTo maintain a more uniform and attractive appearance, regular mowing at a height of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e5 to 7 cm (2 to 2.75 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1rd69x6\" data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eSeeding Instructions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hxrgck\" data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eBest Seeding Periods\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"63k52x\" data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003eSpring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18gkkx8\" data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eEarly Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1otnou2\" data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eNew Lawn Seeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16kf7x9\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003ePrepare and level the soil surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f1ic05\" data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eSpread the seed evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1n1khkj\" data-start=\"2130\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eLightly cover the seed with approximately 1\/4 inch of topdressing soil or compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i1lby\" data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2270\"\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist until germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"m8bupo\" data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eOverseeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15juzeq\" data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003eScarify or aerate the lawn surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f1ic05\" data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eSpread the seed evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wgnmf\" data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003eLightly cover with compost or topdressing soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fgqvnz\" data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003eKeep the area moist until establishment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"11m306z\" data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eyw4qz\" data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eFertilization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eNo fertilizer is normally required, as Pipolina® Microclover naturally fixes atmospheric nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"12h53bk\" data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eMowing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003eTwo to three mowings per season are generally sufficient to maintain a height of 5 to 7 cm (2 to 2.75 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"11jff9g\" data-start=\"2706\" data-end=\"2724\"\u003eGrass Clippings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eWe recommend leaving grass clippings on the lawn to promote the natural recycling of nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"m55qv7\" data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2841\"\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"2969\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bg2in1\" data-start=\"2843\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eResidential lawns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lxqhfk\" data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eGardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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