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Cystocarp milkvetch

Astragalus cystocarpus

Fabaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Astragalus cystocarpus, commonly known as Cystocarp milkvetch, is a perennial ornamental plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It thrives in full sun with medium water requirements and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. This plant typically grows to a height of 0.3–0.5 meters and produces purple and white flowers from June to August. It prefers loamy, sandy, or chalky soil.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

Height

0.3–0.5 m

Spread

0.3–0.5 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

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Growing Conditions

This plant prefers full sun exposure and requires medium watering. It is well-suited for loamy, sandy, and chalky soils.

Bloom Information

Flowers appear from June to August and can be purple or white.

Additional Information

  • USDA Zones: 5–8
  • Height: 0.3–0.5 m
  • Pollinator-friendly: true
  • Evergreen: false
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