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Dalea purpurea

Family Leguminosae-Papilionoideae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Dalea purpurea (purple prairie clover) bears showy and medium magenta blooms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is dark green in colour.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Dalea purpurea .
Cautions Be advised that Dalea purpurea (purple prairie clover) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.