Common Name
Maryland butterfly pea
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
4.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
6,
7,
8,
9
Additional Info
Dry, open forests, rocky and sandy woodlands, shale barrens, clearings, and roadsides; tolerant of a range of soil types and chemistries. Frequent to common throughout, except at higher elevations in the mountains.
Wildlife Value: Attracts butterflies, birds, and moths. Larval host to the long-tailed skipper.
Flower Color
Blue
Cream/White
Pink
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Late Summer
Evergreen
Yes
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Dry
Soil Texture
Loamy
Sandy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Deer Resitant
Yes
Pollinators
Butterfiles
Recommended for
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant