Goat's Rue Seed Packet
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Overview
Also known Wild Sweetpea or Catgut, this unique wildflower’s bi-color blooms are a true show-stopper in the late spring garden or meadow. This native perennial is easy to grow and drought-tolerant. Perennial.
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Botanical Name
Tephrosia virginiana
Advantages
Native, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Birds, Low Maintenance, Long Bloom Time, Naturalizes, Mass Plantings
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Life Cycle
Perennial
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Mature Height
12-24" tall
Seed Coverage
covers 5-10 square feet
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
SKU
AM013529
Description
Bi-color blooms add a splash of color to the early garden and are offset by attractive, feather-like grey leaves. Goat’s Rue is often used for herbal remedies. This easy-to-grow wildflower acts as a host plant for the Southern Cloudywing Butterfly and will attract winged wildlife to your property.
