Mountain kidney vetch
Anthyllis montana
Mountain kidney vetch is a low-growing alpine perennial ideally suited to rock gardens, sunny slopes, and well-drained borders where it produces attractive pink-purple clover-like flower heads. Plant in full sun with gritty, alkaline-tolerant soil and water infrequently, as this plant is adapted to lean mountain conditions. It is an excellent nitrogen-fixer and pollinator plant with minimal care requirements.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Sparingly; Ensure Excellent Drainage And Allow Soil To Dry Thoroughly Between Waterings
Soil pH
8 – 9
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 13, 2021 by Jose Maria Treviño Ferrer (cc-by-sa)
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