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Leadplant
Amorpha canescens
In the United States:
Native
· also called lead plant
A drought-tolerant shrubby perennial whose purple flower spikes provide nectar and pollen to honeybees and native bees during midsummer. Bloom occurs from the base upward over several weeks on well-drained sandy or rocky soils; plants develop deep taproots and fix nitrogen but may be browsed by deer.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | low |
| Bloom (US) | July–September |
| Duration | ~3 weeks |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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