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Dorycnium hirsutum

Family Fabaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Dorycnium hirsutum (hairy canary clover) produces light pink blossoms during mid-summer to late summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is greyish green and light grey in colour. Dorycnium hirsutum (hairy canary clover) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Dorycnium hirsutum tolerates drought.