Canadian Milkvetch (Astragalus canadensis)

An adaptable legume rarely seen in cultivated plantings! Flowers are large and prominent, discreetly colored off-white. Plants require protection at least until they are established, as they are sought out by many herbivores. May require stakeing if without neighboring plants to provide support.

Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry

Soil Type: Adaptable

Height: 1.5’-3.5’

Bloom Color: Yellow-Green

Bloom Time: Jun-Aug

Root Type: Taproot

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers mainly attract small bees. Hosts the clouded sulphur butterfly. Foliage is readily browsed by a wide variety of mammals. Seeds are occasionally eaten by gamebirds, such as turkey, and small mammals.