Dalea purpurea (Purple Prairie Clover)
Tiny purple flowers bloom from the bottom to the top of dense cone-like heads on top of tall, wiry stems. Compound, dull green leaves with narrow linear leaflets. Moderate growth rate.
Nitrogen-fixing plant.
Larval host plant of the Dogface butterfly (Zerene eurydice).
Blooms mid to late spring
3 ft tall x 1-2 ft spread
HARDY to -40°F (-40°C)
Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies
Drought tolerant
| Zone | Zone 3 |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Moderate Moisture |
| Native to | Native |
