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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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