Purple Prairie Clover is a hardy Saskatchewan native perennial that produces vibrant purple-pink flower spikes on delicate, airy stems. Its deep taproot makes it highly drought-tolerant, perfect for low-maintenance and naturalized landscapes. This nitrogen-fixing plant supports soil health and is a favorite among bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Its graceful blooms add a splash of color to prairies, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens while contributing to ecosystem biodiversity.
*Perennial Hardy to Zone 3 – Perfect for northern climates, returning year after year.
*Flowers in Second Year – Blooms begin in the second growing season.
*Full Sun Requirement – Thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil.
*Compact Growth – Reaches a mature height of 1-2 feet (30-60 cm), ideal for naturalized plantings.
*Bloom Time – Blooms from midsummer to late summer, adding seasonal color.
*Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.
*Drought-Tolerant – Deep taproot ensures resilience in dry conditions, making it low-maintenance and benefits soil health.
Each packet contains approximately 100 seeds.
Product Title: Purple Prairie Clover Seeds – Vibrant Native Blooms for Pollinator-Friendly Gardens (~100 Seeds)
Purple Prairie Clover Seeds
Start Purple Prairie Clover seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost date, or direct-seed outdoors in the fall.
To improve germination, scarify seeds by gently rubbing them with sandpaper or nicking the seed coat with a file. For further improvement, cold stratify seeds by placing them in a moist paper towel inside a plastic bag or container, then refrigerate for 3-4 weeks prior to planting. Seeds sown in the fall do not require stratification or scarification.
Press seeds lightly into the soil and cover with a thin layer. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 10-20 days but may take longer in cooler temperatures.
After your last frost date, transplant seedlings into a sunny location with well-draining soil, spacing plants 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) apart. Once established, Purple Prairie Clover is highly drought-tolerant and thrives in naturalized landscapes, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens.
Dalea purpurea