Dalea purpurea-Purple Prairie Clover

Purple Prairie Clover boasts thimble-shaped, terminal clusters of deep purple flowers that bloom from the bottom up in mid to late summer. These blooms are a potent nectar-source for an array of pollinators and the plant’s foliage serve as larval host to several species of moths and butterflies. Its finely divided, gray-green foliage adds a unique texture to the garden that makes it an attractive plant for the remainder of the season after it is finishing flowering. This hardy, long-lived plant is drought tolerant and has nitrogen fixing roots that enrich the soil for its entire plant community. An essential addition to any well-drained, sunny garden!

Sun: Full, Partial

Soil:  Medium, Medium-Dry, Dry

Bloom Time: July, August, September

Color: Purple

Height: 2 ft