Oxytropis lambertii var. articulata
Oxytropis lambertii var. articulata var. articulata
Lambert's locoweed (articulate variety) is a low-growing prairie perennial native to Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico, bearing attractive purple to pink pea-like flowers in spring. It thrives in lean, well-drained soils with full sun and requires very little care once established in a suitable dry garden or rock garden setting. Note that all parts of this plant are toxic to livestock if ingested in quantity.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
red
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days During Active Growth • Water Lightly To Moderately; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.4 – 9
Temperature
-20° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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