Cooper's Milkvetch
Astragalus neglectus
Overview
Cooper's Milkvetch (Astragalus neglectus) is a flowering plant native to western North America. It is a perenniel member of the legume family known for its green foliage and clusters of yellow-orange flowers. This plant is drought tolerant and prefers dry, sandy soils, making it an excellent choice for dry, hot gardens. It is a hardy plant and can grow in most soils and climates. Cooper's Milkvetch grows to a height of 15-18 inches and produces an abundance of blooms in the early spring and summer. This beautiful plant can bring a splash of colour to any garden or landscape.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimal — every "7-10" days.
Light
full sun, part shade.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, March, April, May, June, July, August, September.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation
Related plants
Other plants you might like if you grow Cooper's Milkvetch.
Alaska Indian Paintbrush
Castilleja unalaschcensis
Alpine Bearberry
Arctous alpina
Alpine Bistort
Bistorta vivipara
Alpine Bitter Cress
Cardamine bellidifolia
Alpine Milkvetch
Astragalus alpinus var. alpinus
American Bird's-Foot Trefoil
Acmispon americanus
American Hog Peanut
Amphicarpaea bracteata
Autumnal Water Starwort
Callitriche hermaphroditica