White Prairie Clover

Dalea Candida

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Overview

The White Prairie Clover, Dalea candida, thrives in full sun, gracing landscapes with slender stems up to 3 feet tall. Its distinctive cylindrical white flower heads, blooming from June to August, attract pollinators. This perennial prefers well-drained soil, is drought-resistant, and ideal for wildflower meadows or prairie-style designs. Plant spacing of 18 to 24 inches allows for optimal growth. USDA zones 3-8 suit this hardy native.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–8Climate Arid

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — gracing landscapes with slender stems up to 3 feet tall

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–2 Ft.
Mature width: 0.75–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Fabaceae
Climate: Arid

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White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — consider its use in borders

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — or as part of a pollinator-friendly planting scheme

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — ground cover / perennial with white blooms

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — white flowers in the garden

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — ground cover / perennial for full

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — gracing landscapes with slender stems up to 3 feet tall; and ideal for wildflower meadows or prairie-style designs

White Prairie Clover (Dalea Candida) — Its distinctive cylindrical white flower heads, blooming from June to August, attract pollinators; the White Prairie

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