Canada Milk Vetch
Astragalus canadensis
The pagoda-like flowers of Canada Milk Vetch rise above the dark green leaves in mid-summer. The creamy yellow flowers are followed by scepters of bead-like seed pods in August. This striking member of the Pea family is an important food ...
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11450
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Medium |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height | 2' - 3' |
| Bloom Color | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | July, Aug |
| Spacing | 1' |
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 |
| Root Type | Taproot |
| Benefits | Birds, Pollinators |
| Propagation Treatment | Dry Stratification, Rhizobium, Scarification |
| Direct Sowing Time | Spring, Early Summer, Fall |
The pagoda-like flowers of Canada Milk Vetch (Astragalus canadensis) rise above the dark green leaves in mid-summer. The creamy yellow flowers are followed by scepters of bead-like seed pods in August. This striking member of the Pea family is an important food source for birds, as it retains its seed late into the fall and early winter. Very drought tolerant, it likes a well-drained soil.
