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Astragalus aequalis

Also Known As

  • Clokey's Milkvetch

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Astragalus aequalis plant details

Astragalus aequalis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and yellow flowers emerge followed by pink and red fruit. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Astragalus aequalis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: desert garden, native plant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Astragalus aequalis

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Astragalus aequalis plant

How to Grow Astragalus aequalis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • pink
    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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