Fernald's Milk Vetch

Overview

Fernald's Milk Vetch (Astragalus robbinsii var. fernaldii) is a hardy, shrubby perennial native to the western United States. It has light pink to purple flowers that appear in clusters. It produces clusters of 18-25 flattened pods that contain 2-5 yellow-green seeds. The foliage is a gray-green and can reach two feet in height, with deep taproots. Its blooms provide nectar for pollinators such as bumblebees. As drought-tolerant, Fernald's Milk Vetch is often used in xeriscapes and wildlife gardens.

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