Desmodium canadense

Also Known As

Hedysarum canadense
Beggar-Lice
Beggar-Ticks
Sticktights
Tick Trefoil

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

3a-7b

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Desmodium canadense plant details

Desmodium canadense is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Desmodium canadense

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Desmodium canadense

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

What a beautiful sight the prairie must have been when these tall (4') vigorous wildflowers were covered with bright-purple pea-like flowers in mid-summer! fine for the cut-flower garden, the wild garden, or the wildlife garden. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Pure white flowers grace the tops of this charming little plant in mid-summer. Growing one to two feet tall, this member of the Legume Family is an important component of short prairies. Plant with Purple Prairie Clover for a great color combination! Grows in medium to dry soils, in full sun. The seeds are utilized by a diversity of birds. Hardy to Zones 3 - 7.