purple prairie clover (Dalea purpurea)
Purple prairie clover (Dalea purpurea) is a striking native wildflower with vibrant purple flower spikes, attracting pollinators to prairies and gardens.
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Sunlight
Full sun
Watering
Drought-tolerant once established
Soil
Sandy, Loam, Clay
Temperature
Moderate to High
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Full sun
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
Drought-tolerant once established
Moderate during establishment, infrequent thereafter.
Sandy, Loam, Clay
Moderate to High
Thrives in warm to hot conditions; generally hardy in USDA Zones 3-8.
Low
Nitrogen-fixing legume, requires minimal to no supplemental fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Place Type
Garden
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.3-0.9 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
0.5-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyAsteraceae
- genusDalea
- speciesDalea purpurea
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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