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and prairie clover
Dalea purpurea
In the United States:
Native
· also called purple prairie clover
Legume visited by honey bees and other pollinators for nectar and pollen; produces dense spikes of purple flowers in mid to late summer on a deep taproot that aids drought tolerance. No staking or special management required beyond full sun and well-drained soil.
| Nectar | low |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | June–September |
| Duration | ~45 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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