Amorpha

Amorpha paniculata

Fabaceae

Shrub

Ornamental

Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Amorpha paniculata, known as Amorpha, is a shrubby ornamental plant that thrives in full sun and requires low watering. It grows to a height of 1–2 meters and blooms with purple and blue flowers from May to July. This plant prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and is suitable for USDA zones 4–9.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

1–2 m

Spread

1–1.5 m

Zones

4–9

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Full sun is essential for healthy growth.
Watering: Low water requirements; drought-tolerant once established.
Soil: Adaptable to sandy, loamy, and chalky soils.
USDA Zones: Hardy in zones 4–9.

Characteristics

Type: Shrub
Category: Ornamental
Height: 1–2 meters
Bloom Time: May to July
Bloom Color: Purple, blue
Pollinators: Attracts pollinators.
Toxic: Not toxic.

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