Smooth yellow vetch
Vicia lutea
Smooth yellow vetch is a low-growing annual or short-lived perennial vine that thrives in well-drained soils with moderate sun exposure. It fixes nitrogen in the soil, making it a useful companion plant or green manure crop in vegetable gardens. Provide a small trellis or allow it to sprawl as a ground cover; it requires minimal care beyond occasional watering.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Lightly To Keep Soil Evenly Moist; Avoid Waterlogging As Roots Are Sensitive To Rot
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.9
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 20, 2021 by Prieta Javier (cc-by-sa)
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