Purple Prairie Clover (Petalostemum purpureum (Dalea purpurea))-Hort Answers

Purple Prairie Clover
Petalostemum purpureum (Dalea purpurea)

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Purple Prairie Clover

Features

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

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils. Tolerates drought.

Mature Height

1-3 Feet

Native To:

Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin

USDA Hardiness Zone

3 - 8

Bloom Color

Purple

Bloom Season

June - September

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.