goat's rue
Tephrosia virginiana
Overview
Goat's Rue (Tephrosia virginiana) is a beautiful flowering plant native to North America. The bright yellow, pea-like blossoms are interspersed between foliage of deep green compound leaves. Growing up to 1m tall, this hardy perennial is a show-stopper in any garden. Goat's Rue is known for being a low-maintenance and drought tolerant species; the shallow roots spread in a wide radius to take in available nutrients and water. This plant is toxic to animals, which makes a great natural pest deterrent and is especially attractive to butterflies and beneficial pollinators.
Care Guide
Watering
Minimum
Light
Full sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in December, January, February, March, April, May, May, May.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Division, Layering Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Butterflies.
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