An enthusiastic climbing annual that reaches impressive lengths while producing both ornamental pink blooms and interesting textured seed pods. This nitrogen-fixing legume returns nutrients to your soil while requiring minimal water once established. Readily self-propagates for continuous garden presence.
Native range: Eastern and central North America
Size: Vining to 8 feet long, space 6-12 inches apart
Growing conditions: Full sun, average to dry soil
Bloom period: July through September
Wildlife value: Seeds eaten by birds and small mammals, flowers attract native bees
Garden benefits: Improves nitrogen levels in soil, attracts pollinators, thrives in very dry soil
An enthusiastic climbing annual that reaches impressive lengths while producing both ornamental pink blooms and interesting textured seed pods. This nitrogen-fixing legume returns nutrients to your soil while requiring minimal water once established. Readily self-propagates for continuous garden presence.
Native range: Eastern and central North America
Size: Vining to 8 feet long, space 6-12 inches apart
Growing conditions: Full sun, average to dry soil
Bloom period: July through September
Wildlife value: Seeds eaten by birds and small mammals, flowers attract native bees
Garden benefits: Improves nitrogen levels in soil, attracts pollinators, thrives in very dry soil