Prairie-berry
Solanum elaeagnifolium
Prairie-berry is a hardy, drought-adapted perennial wildflower that thrives in well-drained soils with minimal care once established. It grows best in open, sunny to lightly shaded locations and requires very little supplemental watering. Note that this plant can spread aggressively in disturbed areas and its berries are not edible.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing Soil To Dry Out Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
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 Sep 13, 2021 by Maarten Vanhove (cc-by-sa)
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