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Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea 'Red Carpet'

Also Known As

  • Anthyllis vulneraria coccinea 'Red Carpet'
  • Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea
  • Kidney Vetch
  • Lady's Fingers

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea 'Red Carpet' plant details

Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea 'Red Carpet' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. 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 'Red Carpet'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea 'Red Carpet'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A vast improvement over the species, Red carpet produces neat mats of brilliant red flowers. Anthyllis vulneraria is a European plant commonly known as Lady's Fingers; trust me, if you encounter a lady with fingers this color it's scary to contemplate where they may have been.

Gardening facts about Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea 'Red Carpet' plant

How to Grow Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea 'Red Carpet'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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