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Coronilla varia

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coronilla varia (crown vetch) bears pale pink blossoms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Bank cover, ground cover, mass planting and naturalization.
Special Characteristics Coronilla varia is tolerant of drought.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Coronilla varia (crown vetch) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Coronilla varia (crown vetch) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.