With St Patrick's Day fast approaching, many might want to try to find the ever-elusive four-leaf clover for that extra bit of luck.
And finding one might be easier than you think, according to new research by Online Casino Groups. Around one out of 10,000 clovers have four leaves. Here are seven tips for spotting a four-leaf clover.
Look in the right places
Four-leaf clovers are most commonly found in areas with moist, fertile soil, such as meadows, woods, and parks. Look for areas with a lot of clover plants.
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Look for patches
Four-leaf clovers often grow in clusters, so look for patches of clovers instead of individual plants.
Look for three-leaf clovers
The four-leaf clover is a mutation of the common three-leaf clover, so focus your search on areas with many three-leaf clovers.
Look during the right season
Four-leaf clovers are most commonly found during the summer months when the plants are in full bloom.
Be patient
Finding a four-leaf clover can take time and persistence, so keep going. Take your time and search carefully.
Use your eyes
Scan the area for different leaves. Four-leaf clovers are usually smaller and have a different shape than the common three-leaf clovers.
Be respectful
Remember that four-leaf clovers are rare and unique, so respect the environment and avoid damaging plants or disrupting habitats while searching.
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