Oxytropis lambertii var. bigelovii
Oxytropis lambertii var. bigelovii var. bigelovii
Bigelow's locoweed is a native prairie perennial best grown outdoors in well-drained, rocky or sandy soils with moderate watering. It produces showy purple to pink pea-like flowers in spring and early summer and does well in full sun to partial shade. Note that all parts of this plant are toxic to livestock, so it is not suitable for pasture areas or homes with grazing animals.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently, Allowing The Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.4 – 9
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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