Canada Tick Trefoil
Desmodium canadense
Showiest of the Tick Trefoils, Desmodium canadense is covered with bright purple pea-like flowers in the heat of mid-summer. A deep taproot makes this plant incredibly drought-resistant. A member of the Legume Family, it improves the soil by adding …
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12750
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Medium, Moist |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height | 3' - 5' |
| Bloom Color | Purple |
| Bloom Time | July, Aug |
| Spacing | 1' |
| Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Root Type | Taproot |
| Benefits | Birds, Pollinators, Host Plant |
| Seeds per Oz | 4500 |
| Propagation | Dry Stratification, Rhizobium |
| Direct Sowing | Spring, Early Summer, Fall |
Showiest of the Tick Trefoils, Desmodium canadense is covered with bright purple pea-like flowers in the heat of mid-summer. A deep taproot makes this plant incredibly drought-resistant. A member of the Legume Family, Desmodium canadense improves the soil by adding nitrogen, and the seeds are used by a variety of birds and other wildlife. Loves clay, and will grow on any moderately rich well-drained or slightly damp soil. Spreads by means of "stick-tight" seeds.
