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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; tolerates light drought-induced stress in open meadows
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth; avoid waterlogging
Temperature
Cold hardy to -15°C; tolerates light frost and temperate summer heat
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound with narrow linear leaflets; fine, feathery appearance
- Flower: Small pea-like blooms in loose racemes; purple to pale pink in color
- Stem: Slender, climbing via small tendrils at leaf tips
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent soil moisture during flowering and growth periods
Fertilization
Light, diluted nitrogen feed once monthly to support foliage growth. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent excessive vegetative growth at the expense of flowering
Banana peel tea：Steep 1 dried banana peel in 1L water for 24 hours; dilute 1:20 before root drenching to avoid nutrient burnPruning
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage extended flowering through early summer
- Trim back overgrown, tangled stems in late autumn to maintain plant form
- Remove damaged or yellowing foliage to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxic effects for humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Pollinator-friendly wildflower; forage for grazing livestock
