Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea

Also Known As

Anthyllis vulneria ssp coccinea
Kidney Vetch

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea plant details

Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, rock garden, self-sowing, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Kidney Vetch has a BRILLIANT display of vermillion flowers arranged in drumstick-like clusters in mid spring. 8" tall, short-lived reseeding perennial.