Astragalus occultus
Astragalus occultus is a perennial ornamental plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun and requires low water, preferring sandy, loamy, or chalky soils. This plant typically grows to a height of 0.2–0.5 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. It blooms from May to July with white and pink flowers.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.2–0.5 m
Spread
0.3–0.5 m
Zones
5–8
Flower colors
This species is well-suited for full sun exposure and is drought-tolerant once established, needing only low water amounts. The soil should be well-draining, with sandy, loamy, or chalky types being ideal. It attracts pollinators and is not toxic or evergreen. Pruning may be beneficial after flowering to maintain shape.