Purple Prairie Clover

Dalea purpurea

Landscape Focus

A fine-textured seasonal color perennial used to add vivid bloom and nitrogen fixation in prairie

plantings.

Plant Details

Soil Type: Sand, Loam

Soil Moisture: Dry, Medium

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 1' - 2'

Spacing: 12" - 18"

Bloom Color: Purple

Bloom Time: June, July

Root Type: Deep taproot

Benefits: Pollinators, Nitrogen Fixer, Deer Resistant

Plant Description

Purple Prairie Clover is valued for its bright purple flowers and fine foliage. It thrives in dry soils and full sun and supports a wide range of pollinators. Plants establish deep roots and require little care once established.