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Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus

Also Known As

  • Lancaster Milkvetch
  • Preuss' Milkvetch

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-14"
  • W: 6"-14"

planting zones

  • 6b-10b

Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus plant details

Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge followed by green and pink 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 gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 14 IN - wide, 6 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: desert garden, native plant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus

USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and wind
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus plant

How to Grow Astragalus preussii var. laxiflorus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Fruit

    • pink
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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