Astragalus crassicarpus
Ground Plum
Lavender pea flowers in May. Attractive grey-green pinnate leaves on prostrate stems. Rosy plum-coloured and plum-shaped 1" fruits in late summer. Fruit best eaten while still green (raw or cooked) but ornamental when fully ripe. Needs sun and drainage 12"-20"
| Hardiness: | Hardy |
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| Longevity: | Perennial |
| Growing Condition: | Dry sun |
| Season: | Autumn |
| Season: | Summer |
| Season: | Early summer |
| Good For: | Wildlife Friendly |
| Good For: | Seedheads & fruit |
| Good For: | Rockery |
| Good For: | Long Blooming |
| Good For: | Edible |
| Flower Colour: | Lavender |
| Foliage Colour: | Grey-green |
| Germination: | Sow in autumn, overwinter outdoors, germinates in spring. Or mix seed with damp vermiculite, keep warm 3 weeks, put in fridge 6 weeks, then sprinkle mix on compost and put in cool light place |
Nursery Plant
Plants can ONLY be purchased when visiting the nursery and are subject to availability, so please call or email to check BEFORE travelling.
Available as...
| Nursery Plant | Must be purchased direct from the nursery. | ||||
