Hedysarum alpinum var. philoscia
Hedysarum alpinum var. philoscia var. philoscia
Alpine sweetvetch is a hardy Great Plains native perennial in the legume family, producing attractive pink to purple pea-like flowers in late spring and early summer. It prefers well-drained soils in part shade to full sun and benefits from regular watering during the growing season; as a nitrogen-fixing legume it enriches the surrounding soil. Provide good drainage and avoid overwatering, as roots can rot in consistently wet conditions.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
purple
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately To Keep Soil Evenly Moist; Do Not Allow To Dry Out Completely
Soil pH
6 – 8
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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