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Lotus rigidus Deervetch

Small, shrub-like plant growing to about 1.5 ft. high and 2 ft. wide. Occurs on dry, rocky slopes at 5,000 ft. or lower. Prefers full sun. An extremely drought resistant Lotus, it becomes deciduous during severely dry periods. Attractive yellow-orange pea shaped flowers bloom February to May and can be used in water conserving landscapes.

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Species Attributes

Height:

1 - 2 feet

Life Form:

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

0 - 5,000 ft.

Precipitation:

6 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Best

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Marginal

Fine:

Marginal

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Marginal

Seeding Rate:

PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

68.00 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

1,001,000

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Spring

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Yellow-Orange

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