An early blooming member of the legume family (Fabaceae) that does well in the garden setting. A substantial plant with tri-pinately compound leaves. Seed pods last well into winter and add much to a garden. Native to south-central and eastern US.

Environment:  Prairie  Savanna  Woodland  Wet  Wet Mesic  Mesic  Dry Mesic  Dry  Butterfly/Caterpillar

Bloom Period:  April  May  June  July  August  September  October