Purple Prairie Clover
Purple Prairie Clover
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Dalea purpurea
Dalea purpurea
Dalea
Indiana and western Tennessee southwest to Arkansas, Texas, and beyond; north to southern Canada.
1
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3 feet
1
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2 feet
Central Texas
Texas
Full Sun
Low
Flowering
Attracts Pollinators
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About This Plant
Sun. One of the most widespread of the perennial prairie-clovers, identifiable by the cone-like flower heads.
Purple prairie-clover is among the earliest species to take hold in disturbed soils; it is used in various revegetation projects thanks to its nitrogen-fixing abilities. The taproot may grow up to six feet in length, making the plant drought-tolerant. Keep it if you have it; it may also be found in specialty native nurseries.
Maintenance
Scarify seeds before sowing. Mow lightly to increase density.
Features
Plant Type:
Wildflowers
Size:
1-3' H, 1-2' W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun
Soil Types:
Sandy, Well drained
Wildlife:
Bees, Butterflies
Flower Color:
Purple
Bloom Time:
June, July, August, September
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Engelmannia peristenia
Liatris punctata var. mucronata
Vernonia lindheimeri
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