Common Name
Carolina elephant's-foot
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8
Commercially available
Yes
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Additional Info
Habitat: Well-drained floodplain forests, mesic to dry-mesic upland forests, dry calcareous forests and woodlands, clearings, and old fields. Common in the Coastal Plain and Piedmont; infrequent in the mountains.
Wildlife value: Provide nectar and pollen for a variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Flower Color
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Early Summer
Late Summer
Fall
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Dry
Soil Texture
Clay
Loamy
Sandy
Beloved Brook's Ruckersville Nursery Inventory
Nursery is open by appointment only. Email them to set up a time. This plant list if from the begging of the 2025 season and may be outdated. If there is something specific that you’re looking for, they recommend you confirm that they have it when you schedule an appointment
| Pots Available | Plugs Available | Pot size: | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes |
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