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    Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum

    Also Known As

    • Pediomelum retrorsum
    • Intermountain Indian Breadroot
    • Large-flowered Breadroot

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2"-4"
    • W: 6"-10"

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

    Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum plant details

    Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer blue and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects 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 average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: fabaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue and white blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum

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

    Gardening facts about Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum plant

    How to Grow Pediomelum megalanthum var. retrorsum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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