Astragalus canadensis
Common name: Milkvetch
This small, nitrogen-fixing plant is a great addition to aid in improving soil quality. It thrives in nearly all soil conditions and a range of moisture levels and sun exposures. Its abundant racemes of tubular flowers are a good food source for many bumblebees and other bee species as well as hummingbirds. Blooms can last from 2-3 months. Sparse branching and pinnately compound leaves offer unique texture in the landscape. (The picture is used from NCSU with thanks)
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Plant Details
Plant type
Forb
Soil type
Dry Mesic, Mesic (Not too Wet Not too Dry), Moist Mesic
Light exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun / Part Shade
Bloom period
Summer
Urban environment
Uncompacted Urban Soils
Habitat
Prairie Grasslands, Savannas
Growth form
Ground cover, Rhizomatous/stoloniferous
Growth rate
Fast
Flower color
Cream
Fall color
Yellow Orange
Size
- Mature height
- 3 Feet
- Mature width
- 3 Feet
- Max height
- 4 Feet
- Max width
- 10 Feet
Additional information
Butterfly host plant Pollinator hot spot Nitrogen fixer