Photo by Karl Gercens III
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Ononis spinosa
Also Known As
- Spiny Restharrow
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Ononis spinosa plant details
Ononis spinosa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts beneficial insects and birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in alkaline, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ononis spinosa
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: fabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, medicinal, showy, spiky, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ononis spinosa
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: alkaline, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A mounding perennial herb (Ononis spinosa) good diuretic - effective for dropsy, rheumatism, gout, kidney, bladder.
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Gardening facts about Ononis spinosa plant
How to Grow Ononis spinosa
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- lean
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- birds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy
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