Wildflowers
Leadplant
Amorpha canescens
Features
Spikes of small purple flowers in summer; gray-green foliage.
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soil to dry soil.
Mature Height
1-3 Feet
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Wisconsin
USDA Hardiness Zone
2 - 6
Bloom Color
Purple
Bloom Season
June - August
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Additional Notes
This plant is deeply rooted (up to 4 feet deep). It is considered a shrub, but often dies to the ground like a perennials. Leadplant is found on prairies.
