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Common name: "Prairie Clover"
Latin name:
Petalostemon purpureum - syn Dalea purpureum

Petalostemon purpureum - Prairie Clover
Zone: 4 - 7
Elevation to:
7500'
Growth habit:
Clump forming
Max height:
24" - 36"
Spread: 24"
Flowers: Yes, August - Sept
Flower type: Spikes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 1
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Dalea purpureum
Cultivation: Plant in full sun to light shade. Tolerates poor soils and drought well.

Propagation:
Seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse and moved outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For much quicker growth... purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center.

Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare.
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