purple prairie clover

Dalea purpurea (purple prairie clover)

Botanical Name Dalea purpurea
Common Name purple prairie clover
Family Fabaceae
USDA Zone 3 thru 8
Light Requirement Full Sun
Season(s) of interest summer
Height and Spread 1-3ft x 1-1.5ft (30-90cm x 30-45cm)
Flower Color Rose Purple
Attracts Wildlife Hosts Caterpillars of Butterflies/Moths, Attracts Pollinators,
Additional Information Native to Chicago Region.
Location in Lurie Garden Northwest Light Plate, East Meadow, Bird Border – Columbus, Bird Border – Monroe

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