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Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea (red lady's-fingers) bears bright orange blossoms during late spring to mid summer. The foliage is greyish aquamarine and greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, container and edging.
Special Characteristics Anthyllis vulneraria var. coccinea is tolerant of drought.