White Prairie Clover
Pure white flowers grace the top of this charming plant in mid-summer. White Prairie Clover (Dalea candida) is member of the Legume Family, and an important component of short prairies. Plant it along with Purple Prairie Clover for a colorful low-growing combination. …
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
|---|---|
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Medium |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height | 1' - 2' |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | July, Aug |
| Spacing | 1' |
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Root Type | Taproot |
| Benefits | Birds, Pollinators, Host Plant |
| Seeds per Oz | 15000 |
| Propagation Treatment | Dry Stratification, Rhizobium |
| Direct Sowing Time | Spring, Early Summer, Fall |
Pure white flowers grace the top of this charming plant in mid-summer. White Prairie Clover (Dalea candida) is member of the Legume Family, and an important component of short prairies. Plant it along with Purple Prairie Clover for a colorful low-growing combination.
Legumes such as Prairie Clovers harbor beneficial bacteria called rhizobia. The plants are able to capture nitrogen from the air, and the bacteria assist in "fixing" it in the plant. The plants act as a natural soil fertilizer when the spent plant material is left to enrich the soil.
White Prairie Clover is a host plant for Southern Dogface, California Dogface, and Reakirt's Blue butterflies.
