White Prairie Clover (Petalostemum candidum (Dalea candida))-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Wildflowers

White Prairie Clover
Petalostemum candidum (Dalea candida)

White Prairie Clover
White Prairie Clover
 
Features

Numerous, small white flowers arranged in short, dense spikes.

 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soils. Tolerant of drought. 
 
Mature Height
1-2 Feet
 
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Missouri
Wisconsin
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Bloom Color
White
 
 
Bloom Season
May - July
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

No serious insect or disease problems.
 
Additional Notes

Found in prairies. May be difficult to move, due to a taproot.