Flower Specifications
Seeds per pound: 292,000
Season: Perennial
USDA Zones: 6 - 9
Height: 24 - 30 inches
Bloom Season: Early to mid summer
Bloom Color: Purple
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy, pH 6.2 - 7.5
Planting Directions
Temperature: 65 - 70F
Average Germ Time: 14 - 30 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/16 inch
Sowing Rate: 3 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 9 pounds per acre
Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
Outsidepride Prairie Clover (Dalea candida - White and Dalea purpurea - Purple) and Round-Headed Bush Clover (Lespedeza capitata) are hardy, drought-tolerant perennials native to North America, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. These nitrogen-fixing legumes improve soil health, prevent erosion, and provide high-protein forage for wildlife and livestock. Their unique flower spikes bloom in summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and birds, while their deep root systems make them ideal for xeriscaping and naturalized landscapes. Perfect for meadows, slopes, and roadside plantings, these resilient plants require minimal maintenance once established.
Transform your landscape with Lespedeza, White Prairie, and Purple Prairie clover seeds, a blend of beauty and function. These vibrant, nitrogen-fixing plants enrich the soil, attract pollinators, and thrive in various climates. Ideal for pastures, meadows, and wildflower gardens, they bring color while improving soil health. Create a lush, balanced garden health with these resilient, low-maintenance clovers that bring life to any outdoor space.
Enhance your landscape with Lespedeza, White Prairie, and Purple Prairie clover, known for their striking bloom colors and seasonal variety. With heights ranging from 18 to 48 inches, these hardy plants thrive through summer and fall, offering vibrant cream, white, and purple blooms. Ideal for gardens, pastures, and natural habitats, they create a balanced environment while enriching the soil. Enjoy a lush, colorful display that thrives season after season with minimal maintenance.
For optimal results, sow Prairie Clover (Dalea candida and Dalea purpurea) and Round-Headed Bush Clover (Lespedeza capitata) seeds directly outdoors in late fall in a sunny, well-drained area. Prepare a clean seedbed, scatter seeds, and lightly cover with 1/16 inch of soil. Seeds will remain dormant through winter and germinate in spring when temperatures rise. If planting in spring, cold stratify seeds in the refrigerator for 3–4 weeks before sowing. Water regularly until established, then these drought-tolerant perennials require minimal care. They enrich the soil by fixing nitrogen and attracting pollinators, birds, and wildlife.
Prairie Clover (Dalea Purpurea Purple) - Prairie Clover seeds are perfect for a meadow, naturalized setting, slopes, xeriscaping, or along road sides. The Dalea Purpurea plant prefers a full sun setting and well-drained soil. Purple Prairie Clover is a unique perennial that features lavender-purple flowers on slender spikes, and bees absolutely love the clover blooms. The flowers at the bottom of the spike bloom first, forming a wreath that climbs the spike as blooming progresses.
Prairie Clover plants are native to the north central portion of the United States. It is an excellent high protein forage for livestock, and it is heat and drought tolerant due to an extensive root system. Native Americans made tea from the leaves, made dyes for skins, and medicinal remedies all from Purple Prairie Clover. It is truly a unique and one-of-a-kind perennial.
Prairie Clover seeds are easy to grow and establish. The recommended sowing method is to sow the Dalea Purpurea seed directly outdoors in the late fall. Prepare a clean weed-free seed bed. Sow the flower seed and lightly cover 1/16 inch. The Prairie Clover seeds will lie dormant through the winter, and will begin to germinate in the spring when temperatures warm. If rainfall is inadequate, water regularly until the Purple Prairie Clover plants are well-established.
