Mountain Pea
Mountain Pea
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Orbexilum pedunculatum x
Orbexilum pedunculatum x
Orbexilum, Snakeroot
Southwestern US and Mexico
0.5
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1 foot
2
–
3 feet
Part Sun/Shade
Low
Flowering
Attracts Pollinators
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About This Plant
Sun/part shade; nearly evergreen in warm winters. Various species are available commercially. Mountain pea is a dense-spreading no-fuss perennial with purple flower clusters during the warm season. Look here if you want a substitute for Asiatic jasmine in dappled shade. It adapts to different soil types and can survive on once-weekly summer watering (or less) even during drought.
Maintenance
Normally maintenance free, but may appreciate supplemental weekly water during summer.
Features
Plant Type:
Perennial
Size:
0.5-1' H, 2-3' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Clay, Sandy
Wildlife:
Bees, Butterflies
Flower Color:
Purple
Bloom Time:
May, June, July
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Bauhinia lunarioides
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