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This drought-tolerant species is known for turning plains purple as far as the eye can see. A mid-summer bloomer, Purple Prairie Clover grows to be about 3’. Perennial.
Zones
5 - 8
Advantages
Bee Friendly
Attract Butterflies
Attract Birds
Deer Resistant
Native
Multiplies / Naturalizes
Easy To Grow
Good Rockgarden Or Alpine Plant
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Mature Spread
12-36" tall
Bloom Time
Summer to fall
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SKU
HC015866
USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low
temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will
survive the winter temperatures in your area.
If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack
of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
Purple Prairie Clover (not a true clover) is one of the major color-makers in the Great Plains and western states. The deep purple flowers color whole swathes of the landscape. This perennial variety is tough, growing in drought and dry conditions. The gorgeous, uniquely shaped blooms create a sea of purple and are easy to grow. There are approximately 290,299 seeds per lb.
1/4 lb covers 1,210 sq ft 1 lb covers 4,840 sq ft 9 lb covers 1 acre
Soil Type
Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Soil Moisture
Waterwise, Average
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Attract Butterflies, Attract Birds, Deer Resistant, Native, Multiplies / Naturalizes, Easy To Grow, Good Rockgarden Or Alpine Plant
Ships To Canada
Yes
Planting Guides
Planting And Growing Tips For Prairie Clover (Dalea) a genus of New World wildflowers that includes both woody and herbaceous species. These plants are legumes and fix nitrogen into the soil. Preferred growing conditions:
Plant in most any soil including clay with full sun conditions.
Mulching is not needed.
Water regularly the first growing season to establish the plants. Once established, infrequent, deep watering is fine.
Fertilizing is not needed, as they are legumes that fix nitrogen from the air and put it into the soil.
Special comments:
Allow the herbaceous types to re-seed. Seeds are also eaten by songbirds, so deadheading is not recommended.
View more Planting Guides, or download our complete Planting Guide for tips on caring for your plants when you receive your order, as well as planting instructions for Perennials, Spring-Planted Bulbs, Fall-Planted Bulbs, Cacti & Succulents, Xeric Plants and more.
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